Molyvos International Music Festival

Molyvos International Music Festival The Molyvos International Music Festival (MIMF) - extraordinary venues, extraordinary programmes, extraordinary musicians

• Exploiting the quality and timeless allure of enchanting Molyvos,the festival features a feast of day-time chamber music delights culminating in an evening symphonic concert at Molyvos Castle.

• Each year will have a different theme and explore a variety of repertoire and formations.


• At MIMF, audiences will have the opportunity to come directly in contact with the artists, learning and exp

eriencing classical music at its best and broadening horizons - by demonstrating its fun and importance.

• Moderate, affordable ticket prices will allow people of all kinds to participate and join the events.


• Molyvos Musical Moments – small tasters of each evening’s concert with free admission - will take place each day at various idyllic spots in the village.This will not only arouse anticipation of the upcoming concerts but will also enable continuity of the festival’s mood over the three days.

• To ensure an inclusive atmosphere at the concerts, introductions of the music and musicians will be made in English and Greek.


• Alongside the scheduled festival programme, our special Young People’s Concert - with free admission - will bring children directly into contact with the festival’s musicians through innovative workshops and narrated mini-concerts.

ΧΡΟΝΙΑ ΠΟΛΛΑ ΕΛΛΑΔΑ!
25/03/2025

ΧΡΟΝΙΑ ΠΟΛΛΑ ΕΛΛΑΔΑ!

The musicians of the 7th Molyvos International Music Festival perform the National Anthem of Greece as a tribute to Liberty.Νικόλα Αστρινίδη , «Επανάσταση απ...

Το Μουσικό Κλειδί του ΔιΦεΜΜ στην ΕΡΤ!«Μέσα από πρωτοβουλίες σαν κι αυτήν, τα παιδιά έρχονται σε επαφή με έναν μαγικό κό...
10/02/2025

Το Μουσικό Κλειδί του ΔιΦεΜΜ στην ΕΡΤ!
«Μέσα από πρωτοβουλίες σαν κι αυτήν, τα παιδιά έρχονται σε επαφή με έναν μαγικό κόσμο που τους δίνει δημιουργικά εφόδια για το μέλλον».
Η Διευθύνουσα Σύμβουλος του Φεστιβάλ, Λητώ Ντάκου, μίλησε για τη σημασία της μουσικής εκπαίδευσης και τη δύναμη της τέχνης να εμπνέει και να ενώνει.
🎶 Δείτε περισσότερα στο ρεπορτάζ: https://www.ertnews.gr/video/molyvos-mousiko-kleidi-ena-diadrastiko-taksidi-gia-na-gnorisoun-ta-paidia-ton-magiko-kosmo-tis-mousikis/

The Musical Key of MIMF on the National Greek Television ERT!
"Through initiatives like this, children are introduced to a magical world that provides them with creative tools for the future."
The Festival's CEO, Leto Dakou, spoke about the importance of music education and the power of art to inspire and bring people together.
🎶 Watch the feature here: https://www.ertnews.gr/video/molyvos-mousiko-kleidi-ena-diadrastiko-taksidi-gia-na-gnorisoun-ta-paidia-ton-magiko-kosmo-tis-mousikis/

Στις δράσεις του Διεθνούς Φεστιβάλ Μουσικής Μολύβου είναι και το εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα «Μουσικό Κλειδί», που πραγματοποιήθηκε πριν λίγες μέρες και

The “Musical Key” educational program continued its inspiring journey across schools in Lesvos!A heartfelt thank you to ...
06/02/2025

The “Musical Key” educational program continued its inspiring journey across schools in Lesvos!

A heartfelt thank you to the exceptional Nemorino Scheliga, who captivated the students with his music and energy, and to all the students and their teachers for their enthusiasm, participation, and hard work. Together, we created unforgettable musical memories! 🎼
Το «Μουσικό Κλειδί» συνεχίστηκε με τον ίδιο ενθουσιασμό στα σχολεία της Λέσβου: Δημοτικό Σχολείο Παμφίλων, Δημοτικό Σχολείο Πηγής, Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μόριας, Δημοτικό Σχολείο Λουτρών, 10ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης, 3ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης, 9ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης, 15ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης

Ευχαριστούμε θερμά τον μοναδικό Nemorino Scheliga για την γνώση και την έμπνευση που χάρισε στους μαθητές, καθώς και σε όλους τους μαθητές και τους εκπαιδευτικούς για τη συμμετοχή και την εξαιρετική δουλειά τους! 🎼

Musical Key 2025 🎼 The Musical Key educational program of the Molyvos International Music Festival has officially begun,...
04/02/2025

Musical Key 2025 🎼
The Musical Key educational program of the Molyvos International Music Festival has officially begun, offering over 550 students an unforgettable musical experience!

From February 4 to 6, 2025, the renowned clarinetist Nemorino Scheliga will introduce students to the magical world of music through interactive workshops and concerts. Scheliga, known for his performances with prestigious orchestras like the NDR Elbphilharmonieorchester, will inspire young minds with the beauty of sound, rhythm, and harmony.
Μουσικό Κλειδί 2025 🎼
Ξεκίνησε σήμερα το εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα «Μουσικό Κλειδί» του Διεθνούς Φεστιβάλ Μουσικής Μολύβου, που θα προσφέρει σε περισσότερους από 550 μαθητές μια αξέχαστη μουσική εμπειρία!

Από τις 4 έως τις 6 Φεβρουαρίου 2025, ο πολυβραβευμένος κλαρινετίστας Nemorino Scheliga θα συστήσει στα παιδιά τον κόσμο της μουσικής μέσα από διαδραστικά εργαστήρια και συναυλίες. Ο Scheliga, γνωστός για τις συνεργασίες του με ορχήστρες όπως η NDR Elbphilharmonieorchester, θα μυήσει τους νέους στη μαγεία της μουσικής, του ήχου και της αρμονίας.

Τα σχολεία που θα λάβουν μέρος είναι τα: Δημοτικό Σχολείο Δαφίων, Δημοτικά Σχολεία Παπάδος – Σκόπελος – Παλαιοκήπος, Λύκειο Γέρας, 9ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης, 15ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης, 4ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης, Δημοτικά Σχολεία Παμφίλων, Μοριάς, Πηγής, 10ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης & Δημοτικό Σχολείο Χάλικων, 3ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης.

Η ομάδα του Διεθνούς Φεστιβάλ Μουσικής Μολύβου σας εύχεται μια υπέροχη εορταστική περίοδο και ένα δημιουργικό και αισιόδ...
23/12/2024

Η ομάδα του Διεθνούς Φεστιβάλ Μουσικής Μολύβου σας εύχεται μια υπέροχη εορταστική περίοδο και ένα δημιουργικό και αισιόδοξο 2025!
Warmest thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful holiday and a happy, creative and optimistic 2025!

Το γράφει τόσο ωραία το Τρίτο Πρόγραμμα 90,9 της ΕΡΤ που δε θέλουμε να πρωτοτυπήσουμε: "Οι Πέμπτες του Νοεμβρίου γεμίζο...
06/11/2024

Το γράφει τόσο ωραία το Τρίτο Πρόγραμμα 90,9 της ΕΡΤ που δε θέλουμε να πρωτοτυπήσουμε: "Οι Πέμπτες του Νοεμβρίου γεμίζουν ήχους που μας φέρνουν στα κύματα! Ο Αφηρημένος Ταχυδρόμος φέρνει στους ακροατές του Τρίτου για όλον τον τελευταίο μήνα του Φθινοπώρου δύο Καλοκαιρινά Φεστιβάλ και στήνει μια μουσική γέφυρα που ενώνει το Βόρειο Αιγαίο από τον Ευρωπαϊκό Νότο με τη Βαλτική Θάλασσα στο Βορρά".
Το πρώτο μέρος, αύριο Πέμπτη 07-11-2024 ώρα 20:00 – 22:00. Καλή μας απόλαυση!

The Third Program 90.9 of ERT writes it so beautifully that we don’t want to be original: 'The Thursdays of November are filled with sounds that bring us to the waves! The Abstract Mailman brings the listeners of the Third Program two Summer Festivals for the entire last month of Autumn and sets up a musical bridge connecting the Northern Aegean from the European South to the Baltic Sea in the North.'
The first part is tomorrow, Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 20:00 to 22:00. Enjoy!

Οι Πέμπτες του Νοεμβρίου γεμίζουν ήχους που μας φέρνουν στα κύματα! Ο Αφηρημένος Ταχυδρόμος φέρνει στους ακροατές του Τρίτου για όλον τον τελευταίο μήνα του Φθινοπ...

Featured in Athens Voice (official)! 📷 Eleonora Pouwels Pure Photography
09/09/2024

Featured in Athens Voice (official)!

📷 Eleonora Pouwels Pure Photography

Μουσική - Αποθεώθηκε το Διεθνές Φεστιβάλ Μουσικής Μολύβου με θέμα τη φιλία και την ομορφιά της ανθρώπινης σύνδεσης - Οι συναυλίες και οι πιο ιδιαίτερες στιγμές

“Philia – Friendship of virtue” | 19. 08The ultimate celebration of music and friendship. We enjoyed works by Bruch, Sch...
02/09/2024

“Philia – Friendship of virtue” | 19. 08
The ultimate celebration of music and friendship. We enjoyed works by Bruch, Schubert and Mendelssohn, with Rosanne Philippens, Noé Inui, Byol Kang, Danae Papamattheou - Matschke / Violinist, Karolina Errera, Tomoko Akasaka, Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin, Marco Behtash, Simon Bode,Kiveli Doerken Page, Antje Weithaas, and Senja Rummukainen.
A highlight of the evening was the performance by tenor Simon Bode, accompanied by Kiveli Dörken on piano, as they delivered the central piece of the festival, Schubert's “Die Bürgschaft”, based on the poem by Schiller. Their moving interpretation captivated the audience and made this a truly memorable moment.

📷 Eleonora Pouwels Pure Photography

“Impulse – Friendship of pleasure” | 18. 08A magical night filled with emotion and excellence featuring incredible perfo...
23/08/2024

“Impulse – Friendship of pleasure” | 18. 08
A magical night filled with emotion and excellence featuring incredible performances by Simon Bode, Danae Dörken,Petrit Çeku, Rosanne Philippens, Karolina Errera, Senja Rummukainen, Antje Weithaas, Byol Kang, Noé Inui, Tomoko Akasaka, and Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin.

📷 Eleonora Pouwels Pure Photography

At the Young People's Concert on August 18th, children had a unique opportunity to meet the Festival’s musicians and exp...
21/08/2024

At the Young People's Concert on August 18th, children had a unique opportunity to meet the Festival’s musicians and explore the magic of musical instruments. Musicians, volunteers, parents, and children from different backgrounds came together under the enchanting sounds of strings and piano, dancing joyfully to the Sicilienne. A truly inspiring moment of unity!

📷 Eleonora Pouwels Pure Photography

This year’s 10th Festival, which has just come to a close, was dedicated to the memory of Admiral Dimitriοs Andritsopoul...
20/08/2024

This year’s 10th Festival, which has just come to a close, was dedicated to the memory of Admiral Dimitriοs Andritsopoulos. A remarkable and multifaceted individual, his character and contributions inspired all who were fortunate enough to be by his side, living by the principle, "Nothing educates like Example, nothing commands like Decorum."

With his exemplary dedication and his selfless service to the Homeland, he earned the respect of all, remaining until the end of his life a model of integrity, humility, and noble discretion.

He was born in Molyvos and was the great-uncle of the Festival's co-founders, Danae & Kiveli Dörken, and the uncle of CEO Lito Dakou. A true lover of music, he supported the Festival from its inception and shared the vision of establishing a cultural institution that would place Lesvos at the heart of the international classical music scene.

Mr. Takis, we thank you for everything!

Το φετινό 10ο Φεστιβάλ, που μόλις ολοκληρώθηκε, ήταν αφιερωμένο στη μνήμη του Ναυάρχου Δημητρίου Ανδριτσόπουλου. Ένας ξεχωριστός και πολυδιάστατος άνθρωπος, με τον χαρακτήρα και την προσφορά του ενέπνευσε όλους όσους είχαν την τύχη να βρεθούν δίπλα του, κάνοντας πράξη το «Ουδέν μορφώνει όσον το Παράδειγμα, ουδέν επιβάλλει όσον η Ευπρέπεια».

Με την υποδειγματική του αφοσίωση και την έμπρακτη ανιδιοτέλειά του προς την Πατρίδα είχε τον σεβασμό όλων, παραμένοντας ως το τέλος της ζωής του πρότυπο ήθους , ταπεινότητας, και ευγενούς διακριτικότητας.

Γεννήθηκε στον Μόλυβο, ήταν μεγάλος θείος των συνιδρυτριών του Φεστιβάλ, Δανάης και Κυβέλης Ντέρκεν, και θείος της Διευθύνουσας Συμβούλου, Λητούς Ντάκου. Λάτρης της μουσικής, στήριξε το Φεστιβάλ από τα θεμέλιά του, συμμεριζόμενος το όραμα ενός πολιτιστικού θεσμού που θα φέρει τη Λέσβο στο επίκεντρο της διεθνούς σκηνής κλασικής μουσικής.
Κύριε Τάκη, σας ευχαριστούμε για όλα!

20/08/2024

Joyful as always, violinist Rosanne Philippens shares her love for Molyvos and her excitement about participating in the Molyvos International Music Festival this year.

19/08/2024

Tonight is the last night of the Molyvos International Music Festival 🎉
Kiveli Doerken and Danae Dörken share the reasons they chose the theme of "Friendship" for the 10th anniversary of the festival.

19/08/2024

Following his insightful speech during the conference titled “Can the Aristotelian Ideal of Friendship Exist Beyond the Individual” that took place in the context of this year’s festival theme “Friendship”, the Clinical psychologist Dr. Anthony Bossis talks about his scientific study of psychedelics and mystical experience.

“Ego – Friendship of utility” | 17. 08Beautiful musical moments with Sebastian Manz (clarinet), Byol Kang (violin), Ros...
19/08/2024

“Ego – Friendship of utility” | 17. 08
Beautiful musical moments with Sebastian Manz (clarinet), Byol Kang (violin), Rosanne Philippens (violin), Tomoko Akasaka (viola), Timotheos Gavriilidis-Petrin (violoncello), Danae Papamattheou - Matschke / Violinist (violin), Senja Rummukainen (violoncello), Marco Behtash (double bass), Kiveli Doerken (piano), and Petrit Çeku (guitar).
It was a great honor to listen to the world premiere of "On Love and Friendship" by the acclaimed Greek composer Lucas Thanos, commissioned specifically for our festival.

📷 Eleonora Pouwels Pure Photography

19/08/2024

"For me friendship means understanding, thoughtfulness, and probably most importantly intention to grow together with the people who are important".
Our beloved violist Karolina Errera ♥️

We can’t get used to the joy of the Molyvos Musical Moments! With an incredible lineup featuring Sebastian Manz,Byol Kan...
18/08/2024

We can’t get used to the joy of the Molyvos Musical Moments!
With an incredible lineup featuring Sebastian Manz,Byol Kang, Rosanne Philippens , Tomoko Akasaka, Timotheos Gavriilidis-PetrinDanae Papamattheou - Matschke / Violinist, Petrit Çeku, and Marco Behtash, at the Agora & Congas Beach Bar.

📷 Eleonora Pouwels Pure Photography

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Joyful as always, violinist Rosanne Philippens shares her love for Molyvos and her excitement about participating in the Molyvos International Music Festival this year.

Tonight is the last night of the Molyvos International Music Festival 🎉 Kiveli Doerken and Danae Dörken share the reasons they chose the theme of "Friendship" for the 10th anniversary of the festival.

Following his insightful speech during the conference titled “Can the Aristotelian Ideal of Friendship Exist Beyond the Individual” that took place in the context of this year’s festival theme “Friendship”, the Clinical psychologist Dr. Anthony Bossis talks about his scientific study of psychedelics and mystical experience. #ClassicalMusic #10YearsAnniversary #MolyvosInternationalMusicFestival #MIMF #classicalmusic #Molyvos #Lesvos #music #festival #chambermusic #musicfestival #Greece

“I have made so many important friendships right here in Molyvos that are very cherishable, very important to me. But also musical friendships, which is something very very special for us because we make a connection while playing music.” A great friend of the festival and talented guitarist, Petrit Ceku! #ClassicalMusic #10YearsAnniversary #MolyvosInternationalMusicFestival #MIMF #classicalmusic #Molyvos #Lesvos #music #festival #chambermusic #musicfestival #Greece

"For me friendship means understanding, thoughtfulness, and probably most importantly intention to grow together with the people who are important". Our beloved violist Karolina Errera ♥️ #ClassicalMusic #10YearsAnniversary #MolyvosInternationalMusicFestival #MIMF #classicalmusic #Molyvos #Lesvos #music #festival #chambermusic #musicfestival #greece

“Friendship is a very big topic, there is so many layers to it. The first is compassion and feeling with people and I think we can learn a lot about that from music; How to be, how to feel with other people. The other component is being together, having fun and caring about others. This is why festivals like this are a great thing to exist, as they bring both layers together” 🎶 The cellist Vilém Vlcek, before yesterday’s concert 🎼

🎶The pianist Bart van de Roer on his experience in Molyvos and the connective quality of music 🎶 Tonight 12/8 20.15 Roman Aqueduct of Moria Admission Free

🎶“We really want to use this festival to unite people and show them that within music we are all the same and we are all equal” One of the Creative Directors Danae Dörken on the vision behind Molyvos International Music Festival 🎶

“Friends are at the heart of everything that is important” 🎶 Ms Karin, volunteer of Molyvos International Music Festival 🎶

The @ayvalikmusic production team on the importance of friendship between neighbouring populations that is built through music and the hope for the future that it holds. 🎶

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• Sharing the quality and timeless allure of enchanting Molyvos, the festival features a feast of day-time chamber music delights culminating in an evening symphonic concerts at Molyvos Castle. • Each year has a different theme and explores a variety of repertoire and formations. • At MIMF, audiences have the opportunity to come directly in contact with the artists, learning and experiencing classical music at its best. • Moderate, affordable ticket prices allow people of all kinds to participate and join the events. • Molyvos Musical Moments – small tasters of each evening’s concert with free admission - take place each day at various idyllic spots in the village. This arouses anticipation for the upcoming concerts but also enables the continuity of the festival’s mood over its duration. • To ensure an inclusive atmosphere at the concerts, introductions of the music and musicians are made in English and Greek. • Alongside the scheduled festival programme, our special Young People’s Concert - with free admission - brings children directly into contact with the festival’s musicians through innovative workshops and narrated mini-concerts.