Yannis dancing with his children Simos and Xenia
Kolo Koalition hosts a Greek folk dance and music workshop with renowned instructor Yannis Konstantinou and his son Simos on Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30pm.
For more details e-mail lauraleo524@gmail.com or call or text 916-549-7093.
Yannis Konstantinou
Yannis Konstantinou
Yannis Konstantinou, is an internationally recognized teacher and researcher of Greek Macedonian Dances and culture. He has taught workshops extensively throughout Europe and the USA. Yannis is the current president of the highly respected dance association “Lygkistes” which has performed extensively throughout Europe. Yannis also served as the artistic director and instructor for Lykeion Ellinidion Florinas, teaching over 200 dancers of all ages on a weekly basis, as well as teaching at many Cultural Associations
Yannis’ passion for traditional music and dance began in his childhood, dancing with his family in his parents’ villages of Alona and Akrites in the Florina region of Greece. He is deeply committed to preserving and sharing the rich traditions, culture, music and dance of this region.