KULTURMITTAG (ARTS AT LUNCHTIME)

Greece is often seen as the symbol of freedom and Mediterranean joie de vivre. After the fall of the fascist junta in 1974, Austrian-Hungarian priest Lorenz Gyömörey relocated there, having been an active participant in the fight for freedom and describing himself as a “cultural refugee”. On the island of Amorgos, he purchased a small house that lacked electricity and running water. There, as well as in Athens, he immersed himself in the study of Greek literature and music. Helmut Wiesinger recites this tribute to Lorenz Gyömörey and his quest for freedom, while Greek songs are performed by Marcus Patka on guitar and Taner Türker on cello.

Presented by: Kulturmittag (Arts at Lunchtime)