Pireotiko Mode
Basis / Final: C
Incipit: G, or C (less commonly)
Elemental structure: 5x-pireotiko on C, 4x-chitzaz on G
Extension: 4x-chitzaz (less commonly, 4x-rast) on low G
Sub-final: low B 1 comma flat
Dominants: G (primary), E 1 comma flat (secondary)
Dromos Pireotikos
The adjustment to equal temperament is referred to as dromos Pireotikos or equal-tempered Pireotiko mode (or Pireotiko*) and occurs as illustrated in the following figure. All the characteristics of the corresponding microtonal mode are preserved.
Examples
This excerpt is taken from my book The Theory of Rebetiko, in which I explore the modal system of Greek music as it pertains to the rebetiko genre. To access the full text—including in-depth discussions, tables, illustrations, and musical transcriptions of the examples—visit this page and immerse yourself in the rich world of Greek modal music.
