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Music on Hydra Island

There's a growing number of musicians already associated with the island who like to create and record music on Hydra. With the advent of the Old Carpet Factory opening as  a residential recording studio, many more are attracted such as Sébastien Tellier, Ariel Kalma, Tristan Beau and Görkem Şen. Add the local musicians and regular Greek and International groups and singers who are invited to perform by the Municipality of Hydra and the local  bars who organize live music ... well, Hydra is becoming equally the place to be for musicians as it is for painters!

The Old Carpet Factory Studio on Hydra Island Greece

Old Carpet Factory Studio

The recording studio and residence are housed in an old carpet factory from the 18th century with a sweeping view of the island. It offers an unparalleled creative retreat for artists to immerse themselves across all stages of any project.


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David Gilmour, musicians on Hydra Island Greece

David Gilmour

English musician who was a member of rock band Pink Floyd. David based himself on Hydra with his author wife, Polly Samson while she was researching her book. His music video, 'Yes I have Ghosts' was filmed exclusively on Hydra.


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Leonard Cohen, Musicians on Hydra Island Greece

Leonard Cohen

Leonard lived full-time on Hydra for seven years from 1960 - 1967. Even though he never took up residence again and in spite of his time-consuming rising stardom, he did occasionally visit Hydra for short breaks.


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Galen Ayers, Musicians on Hydra Island Greece

Galen Ayers

Galen Ayers is a musician, an artist, and an environmental activist.


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Adam Cohen, Musicians on Hydra Island Greece

Adam Cohen

Though born in Montreal and based in LA, Adam still considers Hydra/Greece to be his home. His latest album 'We Go Home' was released in September 2014. He produced and compiled a posthumous album of his father's work, the 2019 album 'Thanks for the Dance'.


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Galen Ayers, Musicians on Hydra Island Greece

Municipality Concerts

The Municipality of Hydra invite many top Greek artists to perform for events like the end of carnival party, at the Miaoulia Festival. Concerts are held in Hydra Port and at the Kamini Amphitheatre.

Adam Cohen, Musicians on Hydra Island Greece

Live Bar Music

There are a number of bars on the Harbour who have live music events both during the day and night throughout the summer season. Keep your eyes open for the posters around town.

Museum Shows on Hydra Island Greece

Museum Concerts

The Historical Archive Museum hosts at least two or three live music concerts on the roof terrace each year.


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Douskos Xeri Elia performances on Hydra Island Greece

Douskos / Xeri Elia

During the summer season, the Douskos Taverna have local musicians playing guitar & bouzouki with  traditional  songs that creates a great atmosphere for weekend diners

(Fri & Sat only)

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