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Nancy and Anastasiia on Greek folk song The Dead Brother

Nancy and Anastasiia on Greek folk song The Dead Brother

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Show: Folk in Tune
Episode Number: 2

 

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Folk in Tune
Folk in Tune
Nancy and Anastasiia on Greek folk song The Dead Brother
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In the second episode of Folk in Tune, hosts Nancy and Anastasiia unravel a haunting Greek ballad that feels closer to a ghost story than a love song. The medieval piece, known as “The Dead Brother,” tells of a brother who rises from the grave to fulfill a promise to his mother—bringing back his sister after her marriage abroad. Along the journey, birds whisper warnings, hinting that something is not right, until the sister learns the truth: her brother is already dead.

The discussion dives into the song’s universal themes—death, family bonds, and promises that transcend even the grave. The hosts compare it with “Shchedryk” from the first episode, noting how both pieces use birds as symbols, though with very different meanings.

Listeners also hear about the role of Greek folklorist Domna Samiou, whose tireless work preserved such songs from being lost forever. The episode includes traditional and modern versions, showing how young musicians continue to reinvent these stories today.

Through this chilling yet deeply human tale, the podcast explores why folk songs endure across borders and generations, offering both memory and connection.

“Folk In Tune” continues uncovering global folk traditions, connecting youth through music.

This podcast is made possible thanks to the financial support by Fondation Sommer in the framework of the project “Songs of Praise” hosted by ACAT Luxembourg.

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