Following the previous two very successful events, the Federation of Naxian Associations has organized this year, on August 9th, a really special night titled “In the light of the Aegean Sea” (Naxian poets meet the Aegean song).

So, the light of the Aegean Sea flooded the sanctuary of Dionysus in Iria, this unique archaeological site of Naxos, as well as the heart of hundreds of visitors, who attended the extraordinary event.

Dr. Spiliakos Stavros was once again the organizer and coordinator of the night who also introduced all the participants to the audience with the best possible way. He personally declared that it was a great honour for him to be charged with the organization of that event by the Federation of Naxian Associations. He also said that he was very happy to work with such an amazing group of people, who did their best so as this event to be successful.

The purpose of this event was to show how poetry, verse and Naxian song are connected with the widely known Aegean sound. The aim was accomplished thanks to Yannis Zevgolis guidance to the musicians, composing his band “Vorriades” (Matheos Zevgolis, Aspasia Stratigou and Thodoris Mermigkas), who also perfectly collaborate with the amateurs Naxian actors Dimitris Vasalakis, Michalis Kalaitzis, Despina Korres and Antonia Toupis.

The high turnout and the very positive comments are the most important motives for the Federation to continue its effort. The last few years the Federation has managed to combine the history and tradition of our island with music, dance and art in places of particular historical and archaeological significance. So, we renew our appointment for the following event and we are looking forward to seeing what comes next.