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Conservatory Management
Eleni Lambraki — Founder & Artistic Director
For us, music is the language of the heart. Since 2001, Eleni Lambraki has been at the helm of Mousiki Apopsi Conservatory in Heraklion, Crete, creating a warm learning space where technique meets inspiration—and where every student finds their own voice.
- Warm atmosphere
- Personal guidance
- Certified teachers
- Stage experience
Eleni Lambraki
Founder of the Conservatory
Short Bio
Born in Heraklion, she began her music studies at the age of 8 at the Hellenic Conservatory of Heraklion, studying accordion with Mrs. Evangelia Xylouri. Early on, she distinguished herself, earning both the Accordion Degree and Diploma (grades: Excellent, Excellent Unanimously with Distinction, **2nd Prize), while also completing Ear Training and Harmony with Excellent.
She continued her studies in Athens (class of Mr. Efthymios Merlos), obtaining: Counterpoint (Very Good), Keyboard/Organ (Excellent Unanimously with Distinction), Fugue (Excellent), Wind Instrument Orchestration (Excellent), Piano (Very Good), and a Certificate in Contemporary Singing (Excellent). She holds a Diploma in Composition (Excellent, June 2007).
– Artistic Work
A musician with many years of experience, she has composed three symphonic works—as well as other works of varying scope—and has created arrangements for choir and orchestra. She has participated in numerous concerts and events in Ierapetra, Heraklion, and Athens, actively contributing to the creation of musical ensembles and a contemporary, demanding musical style.
– Teaching Career & Role in Heraklion
Her teaching journey began in 1990 at the Municipal Music School of Ierapetra and at conservatories in Heraklion, where she taught accordion, piano, keyboard/organ, and advanced theory.
In September 2001, she founded and has since directed Mousiki Apopsi Conservatory. Since September 2015, she has also served as the conservatory’s Artistic Director. Today, she teaches piano, keyboard/organ, accordion, vocal training, and advanced theory, guiding students of all ages—from first steps to exams and performances.
– Teaching Philosophy
At Mousiki Apopsi, we believe in personalized learning: each student progresses at a pace that respects their uniqueness, in an environment of safety, encouragement, and joy. Technique is built steadily, expression is nurtured with care, and stage experience comes through concerts and ensemble work.
Distinctions & Studies
- Diploma in Composition — Excellent
- Accordion Diploma & Degree — Excellent, Excellent Unanimously with Distinction, 2nd Prize
- Ear Training & Harmony — Excellent
- Counterpoint — Very Good
- Fugue — Excellent
- Wind Instrument Orchestration — Excellent
- Piano — Very Good
- Keyboard/Organ — Excellent Unanimously with Distinction
- Contemporary Singing — Excellent
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Message from the Management
Music isn’t only notes — it’s a way of life.
I want every child and every adult who walks through the doors of our conservatory in Heraklion to feel they have someone by their side—someone who truly believes in the power and joy of music.
Why Choose Us