Alekos Vretos

Alekos Vretos is a Greek oud soloist, composer and bandleader known for his distinctive approach to Mediterranean Jazz. His music blends Greek, Arabic and Eastern Mediterranean traditions with jazz improvisation, creating an acoustic sound shaped by melody, rhythm and modal expression. With the Alekos Vretos Quartet, he presents a contemporary Mediterranean sound where oud, clarinet, piano and double bass meet in open, lyrical dialogue. into a sound that feels timeless and fresh. His work stands at the crossroads of tradition and modernity—an exploration of how ancient instruments and global sounds can coexist in harmony.