Yanni: Live at the Acropolis (1994)
A concert by contemporary instrumental musician, Yanni, recorded live at the Herodes Atticus Theatre in Athens on 25 Sep 1993.
Top billed cast
YanniHimself
Charlie AdamsDrums- Karen BriggsViolin
- Michael "Kalani" BrunoPercussion
- Ric FierabracciBass
- Julie HomiKeyboards
- Bradley JosephKeyboards
- Darlene KoldenhovenVocals on "Aria"
Tamara Lynn DavisVocals on "Aria"- Shardad RohaniViolin Duet on "Within Attraction"
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