Archilochus' Fragments

Concert and pre-performance talk

Supported by the APGRD, Archilochus' Fragments is a new musical work by composer Costas Kafouros blending ancient Greek poetry with modern sound; a contemporary reimagining of the poetry of Archilochus of Paros (c. 680 B.C.), one of the boldest and most original voices of antiquity. Performed by world-class musicians Katerina Mina (vocals), Rami Sarieddine (piano), Marios Nicolaou (bassoon) and Mariana Parás (percussion), the piece explores timeless themes and the enduring dialogue between past and present, voice and instruments.

Professor Armand D’Angour will give a pre-performance talk entitled The Poetry of Archilochus

Armand D’Angour is Professor of Classical Languages and Literature at the University of Oxford and Fellow and Tutor in Classics, Jesus College. His books include The Greeks and the New, 2011; Socrates in Love: The Making of a Philosopher, 2019; How to Innovate: An Ancient Guide to Creative Thinking,  2021; How to Talk About Love: Plato’s Symposium, 2025. In addition to numerous broadcasts on radio and television, he has produced a short film on ancient Greek music on Youtube, which has reached over a million views since its publication in 2017. More details of his work are available on his website.