Sani Festival returns to Sani Resort in Greece this summer

A magnificent concert by international superstar Sarah Brightman, accompanied by a live orchestra and choir will mark this season’s celebrations with a live performance on 29th July. Sarah Brightman is the best-selling soprano artist in the world, having won many awards and home to a voice that surpasses three octaves.

Sarah Brightman’s ethos also aligns with Sani Resort’s sustainability with an ongoing collaboration with the UNESCO World Heritage and Sustainable Tourism Programme and her wish to raise awareness to protect cultural and natural heritage. 

Pop star Bonnie Tyler, and rock star Chris Norman, are joining forces for an incredible live performance. Bonnie Tyler sold millions of albums worldwide throughout a celebrated career with “Total Eclipse of the Heart” truly stealing our own hearts, while Chris Normal has been the frontman of the legendary Smokie.

One of the greatest British bands of all times, UB40 will be accompanied by the group’s original frontman, Ali Campbell. Performing a sophisticated mix of reggae with pop and rock elements, UB40’s unique musical style has topped the British and American music charts, through a three-decade long career.

Tom Odell, songwriter and singer, represents a new generation and will be bringing his own sound and mesmerizing performance to Sani Festival. Tom has reached the top of the charts with the ultimate hit “Another Love” and has been awarded with a BRIT Award.

Jazz soul singer Diane Reeves, and Jan Gabarek, the renowned Norwegian saxophonist, will open and close Sani Festival with two exquisite performances. Jan’s performance will feature Indian percussionist and composer, Trilok Gurtu whose work has combined the music of India with jazz fusion.

Stavros Xarchakos is one of the greatest composers and legends of Greek music and he will take guests through the sounds and myths of Greek folk music on 19th August.  This special performance is a bridge between acoustic history and the electronic sound of the future. “From the Black Sea to Crete” Stavros Xarhakos combines ancient notes with modern musical tools.