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The music was composed in 1964 as the original score for the film Zorba the Greek , starring Anthony Quinn .

The distinctive sound is primarily driven by the bouzouki , though Quinn’s character in the film famously refers to the santuri . 2. The Sirtaki Dance zorba_the_greek_sirtaki_hq_music

The track blends two traditional Greek styles: the slow, rhythmic Hasapiko and the energetic, fast-paced Hasaposerviko . The music was composed in 1964 as the

While many believe the "Sirtaki" is an ancient folk dance, it was actually . Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis dies - DW News rhythmic Hasapiko and the energetic