Rhythmic Labyrinth From July 6–11, 2026, drummers Akis Saganis and bassist Sakis Polyzos bring their innovative workshop to Labyrinth Music Workshop in Houdetsi, Crete — a deep dive into asymmetric meters, internal pulse, and modern groove.
hands‑on rhythmic exploration
This masterclass moves beyond theory and focuses on hands‑on rhythmic exploration. Using the traditional Tsamikos rhythm as a starting point, participants will deconstruct and reconstruct asymmetric patterns, discovering the fine line between measuring rhythm and feeling rhythm — and how that translates to modern drums and bass.
Seminar Rhythmic Labyrinth
Open to drummers, percussionists, and bass players of all levels, the seminar offers a unique opportunity to expand rhythmic horizons and integrate Greek tradition into contemporary playing.
📍 Location: Labyrinth Music Workshop, Houdetsi, Heraklion, Crete 📅 Dates: July 6–11, 2026 💶 Participation Fee: €248 🎓 20% discount for music students 🔗 Registration: labyrinthmusic.gr/en Akis Saganis and Sakis Polyzos present “seminar drums & bass” in Crete — a hands‑on rhythmology seminar exploring asymmetric meters, internal pulse, and modern groove for drummers and bassists of all levels.
About drummer
Akis Saganis is a Greek drummer, researcher, and teacher who specializes in studying and applying rhythms from Greek traditional and Balkan music in modern drumming. He holds a Master’s degree in Ethnomusicology and Cultural Anthropology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and is currently a PhD candidate. His research focuses on innovative ways of transferring traditional rhythms from the Macedonian drum set into modern drum kit playing. As a musician, he has collaborated with many important artists, taking part in concerts, recordings, and musical projects that combine traditional rhythms with modern techniques. His work explores the dynamic relationship between rhythm and groove.
He also has extensive teaching experience in Music Schools, Conservatories, and seminars. In his teaching, he develops methods that combine rhythm analysis, practical application, experiential learning, and group interaction. His goal is to help students understand rhythm more deeply and develop their improvisation skills. At the Labyrinth Musical Workshop, he will present the seminar “The Rhythmic Labyrinth”, which focuses on exploring asymmetric meters from Greek and Balkan music and applying them on the drum set through groove, ensemble playing, and creative rhythmic expression.