B&E Goulandris Foundation

Renowned singer and vocal coach Maria Papageorgiou will launch a monthly seminar on Wednesday at the B&E Goulandris Foundation (13 Eratosthenous), offering a holistic approach to diaphragmatic breathing, orthophony and vocal resonance. The seminar integrates vocal exercises and art observation to promote self-harmony and mental balance.

The B&E Goulandris Foundation (13 Eratosthenous, goulandris.gr), partnering with ceramist Elpida Kourtzi, hosts the "Engraving in Ceramic Art: Mugs & Dishes" workshop for adults and teens. Participants will create ceramic utility products inspired by the foundation's collection. The workshop comprises two three-hour sessions.

The B&E Goulandris Foundation (13 Eratosthenous, Pangrati, goulandris.gr) is hosting a four-session workshop on Japanese Miniature Crafts with netsuke sculptor and conservator of Asian art antiquities, Maria K. Ghisi. Participants will explore the traditional Japanese craft's influence on European artists and learn netsuke carving techniques. Sessions are on Fridays from June 14 to July 5.

The B&E Goulandris Foundation's (goulandris.gr) Jazz at the Museum series of concerts continues with Sokratis Sinopoulos Quartet's "Dawn at the Mediterranean" on February 9 at the foundation's modern art museum in Pangrati.

The B&E Goulandris Foundation has planned a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Christmas holiday with classic family movie screenings at its amphitheater. From "Home Alone," "The Lion King" and, of course, "Marry Poppins," the museum invites families to get into the festive spirit with their little ones. Check out the full program at goulandris.gr. Tickets are 5 euros per screening.

The B&E Goulandris Foundation (goulandris.gr) will end its "Visual Journeys" series of jazz concerts on December 8 with a performance by the Filippou & Lucaciu Duet featuring Natalia Manta. Vibraphone player Evi Filippou and bassist Robert Lucaciu explore a variety of 21st century compositions, skillfully balancing between jazz, free improvisation and traditional tunes.

The B&E Goulandris Foundation (goulandris.gr) has gotten the new year off to a strong start with a tribute to the Nouveau Realisme movement, a turning point in the history of art that marked the transition from modern to contemporary.

In the context of the "Jazz at the Museum" series of monthly music events, the B&E Goulandris Foundation will be hosting the Pantelis Benetatos Trio on Valentine's Day in a tribute concert celebrating love and featuring the music of notable composers George Gershwin and Cole Porter. Jazz pianist Benetatos has collaborated with jazz personalities including Bobby Watson and Chuck Berry.

Singer Kyveli Kastoriadis travels from Paris to Athens to perform with guitarist Orestis Kalampalikis, who has arranged a program of works inspired by portraits from the B&E Goulandris Foundation's collection. The set includes works by Serge Gainsbourg, Astor Piazzolla, Manos Hadjidakis and Barbara and focuses on music as a reflection of human psychology.

Charlie Parker, the American musician and composer who revolutionized the jazz scene in the 1940s with his style and saxophone playing, will be celebrated on Friday, January 10 at the B&E Goulandris Foundation in downtown Athens.