The Cultural Association KYKLOS PAROS proudly presented the 1st Kyklos Young Musicians Festival, a new cultural initiative celebrating the freshness and talent of the next generation of musicians.
Held in July 2025, the festival drew a large and enthusiastic audience of locals and visitors alike. The warm applause and packed venues confirmed the community’s strong desire for high-quality cultural events on the island.
🎹 Festival Program
The Festival opened on July 12, 2025, at the Mythodia Conservatory in Parikia, with a piano recital by rising soloist Konstantinos Katsoulis, who performed a program of works by [insert composers/works]. A graduate of the New Conservatory of Thessaloniki, and currently completing his studies at both the Aristotle University and the State Conservatory of Thessaloniki, Mr. Katsoulis has won national competitions and performed with major orchestras.
The second event, “Opera Night”, took place on July 21, 2025, at the Paros Agnanti Hotel in Krios. The audience was treated to arias and duets by Rossini, Bizet, Mozart, Bellini, Puccini, and more, performed by a group of outstanding young talents:
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Kleopatra Eleftheriadou, mezzo-soprano & actress (lead in the TV series Maria Callas: The Woman Behind the Legend, dir. Olga Malea)
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Angela Moulai, soprano
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Nikolas Douros, bass (Greek National Opera & National Theatre of Greece)
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Ioustini & Anna Kerasioti, piano accompaniment
Set against the stunning setting of the Paros Agnanti Hotel, the passionate performances and vibrant energy of the young artists created an unforgettable operatic experience.
🎶 A New Cultural Tradition for Paros
The 1st Kyklos Young Musicians Festival marked a new beginning for Paros as a cultural meeting point for emerging musicians. Its success gives us the strength and inspiration to continue—toward making this an annual tradition for the island and its visitors.
🌟 Artistic Direction
The Festival was curated and directed by pianist and composer Maroulia Kontou, founder of the Mythodia Conservatory and Vice President of ΚΥΚΛΟΣ ΠΑΡΟΣ. She:
- selected and invited the artists
- designed the concert programs
- and hosted the opening recital
Her artistic leadership was instrumental in the festival’s high standard and success.
🙏 Acknowledgments
The Festival was made possible through the generous support of the Municipality of Paros, as well as our sponsors: SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Paros Agnanti Hotel, and Mythodia Conservatory.
We extend heartfelt thanks to the participating artists for their inspired performances—and above all, to the audience, whose warm reception confirmed the festival’s relevance and promise.
📌 Contact & Information
Maroulia Kontou
Director & founder at Mythodia Conservatory Paros
T: +30 2384023202 / +30 6987168611
www.mythodia.gr
