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One of Greece’s leading contemporary pop artists, Konstantinos Argiros, performed for the first time in Türkiye with a live concert at the Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open-Air Theatre, one of Istanbul’s most iconic summer venues.
The concert was organized in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Private Greek Zapyon School, a historic institution that has played a significant role in the education of Istanbul’s Greek Orthodox community. All proceeds from the night were pledged to support the school’s educational and cultural initiatives.
Speaking to journalists ahead of the show, Argiros expressed deep excitement about meeting his Turkish audience for the first time. He said he had always known that he had friends and supporters in Türkiye, but had not expected the overwhelming interest and emotional connection he encountered.
“I knew I had friends here,” he said, “but I didn’t realize I had so many. I’m very happy to be performing in Türkiye for the first time.”
The artist acknowledged that tickets for the concert had sold out days in advance and shared his surprise at the level of enthusiasm. “Of course, we were expecting interest,” he added, “but not this much. It really touched me. We’ll try to give our best performance. It’s a joyful kind of pressure.”
Argiros emphasized that the concert’s charitable aspect aligned with his values. He expressed his willingness to contribute to causes that support education and cultural preservation, adding that music has the power to bring people together, a belief that has long guided his career.
“I have always admired Türkiye’s musical culture,” he said. “Music always unites people, and because I embrace that idea, I’m here today performing in Istanbul.”
This spirit of unity was felt throughout the night, as the event brought together audiences from different backgrounds to celebrate music’s universal language.
The evening began with a performance by Greek pop singer Afroditi Chatzimina, who set the tone for what would become a lively and unforgettable event. When Argiros took the stage, he performed non-stop until midnight, delivering a setlist filled with fan favorites, including “Eleftheros,” “Ti na to kano,” “Elpida,” “Paraskevi Proi,” and “S’ Agapao Giati.”
Audience members were given handkerchiefs printed with the artist’s name, a symbolic gesture that turned into a part of the show as the crowd danced and waved them in unison to each song. The concert’s visual energy and musical intensity reflected the strong connection between the artist and his fans in Türkiye.
Among the attendees were notable figures such as Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople, along with Turkish-Cypriot pop singer Ziynet Sali, actress Nilgun Belgun, and performer Fadik Sevin Atasoy.
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