Musical Acts

"On behalf of Athénée, we would like to express our absolute satisfaction with the live performances of Stefania Morozini on vocals and Haris Mpotsis on keys. Both the audience and our team were thoroughly impressed! They are true professionals and of course incredibly talented! Without a doubt, Stefania and Haris will be our first choice for any future live events we host."

"Hiring this pianist for our outdoor wedding by the Portofino harbor was the best decision we made. The music filled the space perfectly, and the performance added so much elegance and emotion to our special day."

"Hi hunni. Thank you so much for coming and contributing to make it a fabulous night . Your performance was first class . Xx See you soon. Big hugs.💞🌸💞"

" Yaz xxx oud player is widely regarded as a very good, highly respected oud player. Here’s why musicians, critics, and venues take him seriously: 🎵 Musical Skill & Reputation • Strong technical command of the oud: His playing shows control, speed, and expressive phrasing, especially in improvisation (taqsim). • Expressive style: Critics often highlight the emotional depth and atmosphere of his playing rather than just flashiness. • Comparisons to top players: He has been compared in reviews to internationally respected oud masters like Anouar Brahem, which is high praise in the oud world. 🌍 Professional Recognition • Major venues & festivals: He has performed at places like Ronnie Scott’s, the Barbican, Royal Festival Hall, WOMAD, and Glastonbury — venues that book only high-level musicians. • Serious collaborations: Playing with artists such as Robert Plant, Natacha Atlas, Cheb Mami, and Transglobal Underground indicates strong peer recognition. • Longevity: He has maintained an active career for decades, which usually only happens when a musician is consistently good and in demand. 🎶 Musical Value • He’s not just a technician — he’s also a composer and bandleader, able to integrate the oud into jazz, blues, and world-music contexts without losing its traditional character. • His work with Fantazia and later ensembles shows versatility across traditional and contemporary styles. Bottom line If you measure “good” by: • technical ability ✅ • musical expression ✅ • professional respect ✅ • sustained career at high-level venues"

"I had Isonilstrings perform at my Dad’s 60th birthday and he was overwhelmingly with his performance. Isonil made the evening an experience with his vibrant energy and stage presence. "

"You are a legend, u did an amazing job, looking forward to our next event"