Nikos Mamangakis (1929–2013) was a distinguished Greek composer renowned for his innovative fusion of traditional Greek music with contemporary classical and electronic elements. Born in Rethymno, Crete, he studied at the Athens Conservatory before advancing his education in Munich under Carl Orff and Harald Genzmer. Mamangakis's prolific career encompassed compositions for film, theater, and television, earning accolades such as the 1964 Thessaloniki Film Festival award for his score in "Monemvasia." His works, including "Anarchy for Percussion and Orchestra" and the opera "Odyssey," reflect a deep engagement with both avant-garde techniques and Greek musical heritage. ([902.gr](https://www.902.gr/node/23031?utm_source=openai))