Margaritis Kastellis (Castellis) (Greek: Μαργαρίτης Καστέλλης) (1907–1972[1][2] ) was a Greek composer and army officer known for his work in military music.[3] His arrangement and adaptation of the Hymn to Liberty for military band is still played Greece today.[4] He was born in Chrysoupoli (a city in northern Greece) and died in Athens.[1]
Kastellis studied under Manolis Kalomiris.[1] He joined the Greek Army at an early age, as a musician, and upon completion of a full career, he left with the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel, having served as Chief Inspector of Military Bands nationwide.[1] After retiring in 1963, he taught for several years at the National Conservatoire.[1] He was an authority on wind instruments (both woodwind and brass, including brass band instruments).[citation needed]
The main features of his music are:
A large part of his scores are to be found at the Thessaloniki University Library (Department of Musical Studies), along with a 2002 thesis Christina Anastassiou.[5]
For orchestra
For military band
Chamber music
Piano music
Songs
For Orchestra
For Military Band