Seikilo
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Monday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Learn about ancient Greek mythology, Apollo and Hermes, about the different types of ancient Greek lyres (Chelys, Barbiton, Sambuca, Phorminx etc) and the enhanced vibrato mechanism of the Kithara of the Golden Age! Traditional modern instruments such as the Bouzouki and Bendir are also available. Whats more, you’ll be able to play any of them here! Combining academic research with love for ancient Greek culture and civilization; From Trias to Enneadai and Petteia (played by Achilles himself to foresee the result of the Trojan war) Seikilo’s handmade board games are numbered and available only at Seikilo. Learn how to play them and sharpen your mind like ancient Greeks did! Visiting during weekends available if booked in advance.
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Jarek
Crete, Greece3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
What a wonderful experience. Stunning instruments which take you back to the ancient times, especially when you hear them played by Theodore. Very thoughtfully designed space, and the guide is lovely, full of great stories and humour! One of the best places to visit in Thessaloniki.
Written 2 December 2023
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Mario La Rosa
4 contributions
Feb 2020
I went to Seikilo museum by chance, during a weekend in Thessaloniki.
I could not expect such a beautiful place. Theodore welcomed me very kindly and explain me about his family of great luthiers and musicians. The collection of the museum has several perfect reconstructions of ancient instruments which have magnificent sounds. I study archaeomusicology and we started to talk a lot about ancient music and experimental archeology and Theodore let me play some instruments. We have a lot of common interests and I hope to meet him again, maybe in Sicily!
I suggest Seikilo to everyone, is one of the most interesting places in Thessaloniki!
I could not expect such a beautiful place. Theodore welcomed me very kindly and explain me about his family of great luthiers and musicians. The collection of the museum has several perfect reconstructions of ancient instruments which have magnificent sounds. I study archaeomusicology and we started to talk a lot about ancient music and experimental archeology and Theodore let me play some instruments. We have a lot of common interests and I hope to meet him again, maybe in Sicily!
I suggest Seikilo to everyone, is one of the most interesting places in Thessaloniki!
Written 8 March 2020
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Limor Shiponi
2 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
As a professional musician knowledgeable in early music, I couldn't be more surprised to find what Seikilo offers in such a modest establishment. The instruments are well researched; they look lovely and sound amazing. Theodore gave us a pleasant and accessible tour which everyone enjoyed (not only the musician). He plays very well on each and every one of the instruments presented. As mentioned, the staging is modest yet well-made and tasteful. Bottom line: a magical experience. Go there. It's a rare undertaking, its cultural value is priceless, and they need our support.
Written 30 June 2019
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Sofia D
16 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
We visited the exhibition space during a short trip to Thessaloniki. Thodoris gave us a very detailed tour, taking time to answer and discuss our questions. The handmade instruments are truly impressive, even for those without a background in music. We bought the game "Petteia", which by the way makes for great home deco as well.
Written 29 March 2017
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Erik
Stockholm, Sweden6 contributions
An extraordinary music experience in Thessaloniki! We had a fantastic demonstration of new constructed Ancient Greek music instruments. Theodoros gave us a very nice round-tour in the small museum. He told us the music history connected to the Ancient Greece and played the different instruments in a gorgeous way.
Written 8 October 2021
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demetrism77
1 contribution
Jul 2019 • Family
The team behind Seikilo have done such an amazing work to bring to us all the history of ancient Greek music and instruments. We visited this place on our recent family trip to Thessaloniki and I can definitely say that it was an amazing experience!
Theodoros explained in detail the evolution of musical instruments from ancient Greece to today. He played all instruments and explained every single detail regarding the origin, the materials, the history behind them.
Keep up the good work guys!!!
Theodoros explained in detail the evolution of musical instruments from ancient Greece to today. He played all instruments and explained every single detail regarding the origin, the materials, the history behind them.
Keep up the good work guys!!!
Written 31 July 2019
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Arvidex
Malmö, Sweden11 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
I've played piano my entire life and I'm studying to become a composer. Being in Greece where some of the earliest known music theory comes from is great by itself, but to be able to see, play and purchase, real replicas of the ancient lyres and citharas was super enthralling and left me with an adrenaline high. I announced myself with very short notice, but got really good taken care of. I was at the showroom for over an hour and Theodore Koumartzis played the instruments for me, we talked about music theory and playing techniques and I got to play the instrument myself. If you are a musician or generally interested in history, specifically music history, this is a must see that you would regret not visiting while you had the chance!
Written 17 April 2019
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Carme R
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Aug 2018 • Friends
If you want to know a bit more of music history, research on ancient Greece history, and instruments building, that's your place. If anyway you want to discover something new and interesting in Thessaloniki, that's your place. ;)
This family has made it's passion it's way of living and you can feel it when you visit this place. Highly recomended.
This family has made it's passion it's way of living and you can feel it when you visit this place. Highly recomended.
Written 26 September 2018
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Nikolaos K
Borovets, Bulgaria9 contributions
Feb 2017 • Friends
Amazing place to visit, full of small unique projects about culture & music. Ancient music instruments and board games are among them. SEIKILO members will guide through the ancient Greek instrument exhibition, and instruct you through the world of ancient-inspired Greek product design!
Written 29 March 2017
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Thomas K
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Jan 2024 • Friends
A great place to explore ancient instruments and their amazing history!
A must for every visitor if thessaloniki and nearby!
A must for every visitor if thessaloniki and nearby!
Written 12 May 2024
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