This short film shows what happens when you give people a free space, some instruments, and the freedom to make music together. Watch, then come find us in Exarcheia.
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Musikarama (karama: dignity in Arabic) started in 2018 as a response to the humanitarian crisis in Athens. Guitar lessons in refugee camps. A belief that music should be accessible to all. That belief hasn't changed.
Today we're a fully self-organised music school and recording studio in Exarcheia. Everything is free: lessons, workshops, studio time. We avoid the strict student/teacher divide: if you know something, teach it. If you don't, learn it.
We welcome everyone who shares our values of respect and co-existence. Priority is given to asylum seekers, refugees, migrants, and minority communities facing racism and discrimination in Athens.
"We are independent and community-run and believe that music should be accessible to all."
— The Musikarama ethosOne-on-one and group, all instruments, all levels.
Rehearse, record, develop your sound: for free.
Jam sessions, small performances, solidarity.
No registration needed for most sessions. No experience required. Just show up: all instruments, accents, and skill levels welcome.
International voices, all accents welcome. No audition, no experience needed. Come for the music, stay for the energy.
Monday · 8pmEver wanted to sing along in a taverna? Bouzouki, baglamas, voice: all welcome. No experience needed.
Tuesday · 9pmTwo-hour sessions for all levels. Two slots per week: Wednesday evenings and Friday afternoons.
Wed 7–9pm · Fri 3–5pmRhythm, groove, and percussion: the foundation every musician needs. All instruments and levels welcome.
Wednesday · 8pmLyricism, production, freestyle, movement. A creative space rooted in hip hop culture and community solidarity.
Friday · 8pmBring whatever instrument you play: or don't play yet. Walk in, no booking needed. We'll figure it out together.
Friday · Drop in anytimeGot an idea for a workshop? We have free slots and love new collaborators: musikaramastudio@gmail.com
Always up to date. This calendar is managed by the Musikarama team: check back for new sessions and events.
Follow @musikarama for updates
Everything at Musikarama is free: always has been, always will be. That means we rely entirely on donations and volunteer energy to keep our doors open. Please consider helping.
Even small, regular donations make a real difference: covering rent, instruments, equipment, and studio costs.
Can you teach an instrument, run a workshop, help with logistics or social media? Get in touch.
Follow us on Instagram, share our posts, tell a musician in Athens we exist. Most people find us by word of mouth.
We released a collaborative album: all proceeds support Musikarama. Produced by Ta Podia, featuring artists from our community. Listen on Bandcamp →
We're in Exarcheia, Athens. Drop in during any session: no registration needed for most activities.
Valsamonos 1, 11471 Athens, Greece
