(1924–2007) | He was born in Kyani, Evros, into a family of musicians. His father introduced him to the gaida at the age of 7. At 16 he acquired his first gaida and began playing every Sunday in the village square, later performing at weddings and village festivals in the wider area.
In 1961 he moved to Athens, where he lived until 2002. At first he stopped playing, but Domna Samiou convinced him to take it up again. This led to a long-term collaboration with her in recordings and concerts. Throughout his career he performed Thracian music on radio, television, and in concerts both in Greece and abroad.
