Never On Sunday
Manos Hadjidakis brought Greek folk traditions into concert music and popular song, becoming one of Greece's most beloved composers. His Never On Sunday theme became iconic, but his body of work far exceeds that single hit. This 1998 release collects his work as a composer and orchestrator, moving between elegant arrangements and direct lyrical appeal. Hadjidakis had a gift for melody and orchestral color—his music feels immediate and emotionally direct. The arrangements showcase warmth and sophistication, drawing on Greek musical traditions while working in international idiom. Even if you only know the title track, exploring the full range of his writing reveals a composer of real substance and genuine charm.
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Item Details+
| Genre | Folk World & Country, Stage & Screen |
| Style | Soundtrack Score Theme |
| Media | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Label | Rykodisc |
| Year | 1998 |
| Country | US |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
- Genre:
- Folk World & Country, Stage & Screen
- Style:
- Soundtrack, Score, Theme
- Label:
- Rykodisc
- Country:
- US
- Year:
- 1998
- 1. Main Title - Never On Sunday (Instrumental) 2:30
- 2. Prologue 3:22
- 3. Bouzoukia 2:20
- 4. Dance Yorgo 3:02
- 5. Taki 1:58
- 6. The Charms Of Ilya 2:03
- 7. Ilya 2:32
- 8. Never On Sunday 3:22
- 9. Hasapico 1:47
- 10. The Lantern 2:06
- 11. Betrayed 1:48
- 12. Speak Softly 1:10
- 13. The Organ Grinder 2:27
- 14. End Title - Never On Sunday 3:59
- . Multimedia Tracks
- 1. Theatrical Trailer
- 2. Liner Notes
- 3. Photos
- Data provided by Discogs
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