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An underground greek folk artist.
Kelly Thoma is a Greek lyra player and composer renowned for her mastery of the traditional Cretan lyra. Born in Piraeus, she blends the rich heritage of Greek folk and modal music with contemporary influences, creating a distinctive sound that resonates across traditional and world music landscapes. A long-time student and collaborator of Ross Daly, she is also a prominent member of his group 'Labyrinth', performing her intricate and evocative instrumental compositions internationally.
Kelly Thoma plays greek folk, world, vgm instrumental - built more for the room than a playlist. Kelly Thoma is a Greek lyra player and composer renowned for her mastery of the traditional Cretan lyra.
Kelly Thoma's live sets are loose and exploratory - consistent in quality but rarely identical night to night.
Kelly Thoma plays Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ in Amsterdam on Tuesday 3 November.