I Maritsa i Smirnia | Η Μαρίτσα η Σμυρνιά, a song by Dimitris Semsis; singer: Giorgos Vidalis. Recording: Odeon GA-1433, 1929. Transcription: microtonal. Meter: 4/4. The instrumental part (1-13) follows the Ouzal mode. The verse (13-44) follows the Mouchagier Chitzaz mode.
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This excerpt is from my book The Theory of Rebetiko, where I delve into the modal system of Greek music as it relates to the rebetiko genre. To access the complete text—including detailed discussions, tables, illustrations, and musical transcriptions of the examples—visit this page and explore the rich world of Greek modal music.
