Choir

"G. Mandakas" A.U.Th. Choir

The University choir was founded in 1953 by Giannis Mandakas aiming at cultivating music among university students. After the death of its founder it was renamed into “G. Mandakas Choir” of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

For many years, the choir was the main body of the Music Department of the university Student Club. Later, it developed into an organization with diverse activities and a significant factor in the city music life, gaining national and international recognition.

The choir gives regular concerts for the public of Thessaloniki, it participates in events organized by the Aristotle University (student week, official feast ceremonies, prize awards, conferences, etc.), it gives concerts in other Greek cities in cooperation with local bodies, and it also participates in international choir events.