Mimis Plessas

Mimis Plessas

Mimis Plessas (Greek: Μίμης Πλέσσας; born October 12, 1924) is a Greek composer born in Athens. He began his career in 1952 and has since written music for over 100 films, television and radio programs, and theatrical events. He has worked with such notable Greek singers as Giannis Poulopoulos and Marinella.

Plessas combined the traditions of entehno and laïkó with considerable success. In 2001 he was honored with the Gold Cross of the Order of the Phoenix.

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