Michael Paouris is an internationally renowned soloist and composer, whose work in Greek music has been studied extensively for all the right reasons.
Paouris not only creates beautiful Greek music but is also reaching new heights with his talent.
Known for his exceptional skill on the bouzouki, Paouris is now at the forefront of a groundbreaking blend of music and science. According to a press release, “a new study from the University of Western Attica, led by Professor Dimitris Nikolopoulos, published in the prestigious journal ‘Mathematics,’ highlights Paouris’ composition ‘Diaphonies’ as a work of unique complexity.”
What science has to say about Paouris’ Greek music
The study reveals that Paouris’ music contains “very strong ‘fractal’ structures,” which are patterns that repeat at different scales and are often found in nature and art.
These fractal patterns in his music indicate non-linear behavior, a characteristic of the human brain. The press release notes that this non-linear behavior “has recently been associated with the beneficial effect of music” on brain function.
This insight suggests that Paouris’ compositions might resonate with the human brain’s own structures, offering potential cognitive benefits to the listeners of his composition.
This revelation places Paouris among an elite group of composers whose work has been studied extensively by scientists for its intricate complexity that goes beyond mere entertainment.
The press release states that “this finding confirms the complexity and innovation of his music, making Paouris one of the few composers worldwide whose music has been studied in such depth.”
His fans have long recognized that his music is not just a beautiful product of Greek music but also a reflection of a deeper, more complex creative process, unique to Paouris.
The findings of this study also place the Greek bouzouki at the forefront of scientific studies. It has to be noted that the bouzouki is an instrument traditionally associated with Greek folk music.
The press release mentions that the “bouzouki enters the highest scientific level for the first time in the history of music and science,” highlighting its global recognition as a versatile instrument that is truly capable of contributing to diverse musical genres apart from the ones we already know.
Furthermore, this research opens up new ways for us to understand and interpret music as both an art form and a scientific tool.
By analyzing how fractal patterns in music influence brain activity, there could be potential applications in therapy and cognitive enhancement in the near future.
The press release concludes that “the analysis of the composition of ‘Diaphonies’ opens new avenues for the understanding of music as an art and a science, making Paouris a pioneer on a global level.”
Who is Michael Paouris?
Michael Paouris is an internationally acclaimed composer, producer, and bouzouki and guitar virtuoso. He is the first musician to officially incorporate bouzouki in jazz with his classical and jazz music compositions. His ideas are some of the most innovative of the last 100 years in the history of bouzouki.
Paouris was born in Athens in 1987 and was raised in Tavros. By the time he was seven years old, he was known as a prodigy due to his rare skill in playing the bouzouki, his technique, and his speed that to date remains inexplicable.
His career began at the age of ten. By the time he was fifteen, composer Mikis Theodorakis compared him to the great composer and player Manolis Chiotis.
To date, Michael Paouris has released 46 records as well as countless classical compositions and all sorts of musical works. He has internationally published seven books on musical technique, theory, and harmony. With a focus on musical philosophy, he has spread the ancient Greek system of harmony worldwide.
