The Workers Party has added its voice to the chorus of sympathy evoked by the passing of Mikis Theodorakis the internationaly renowed and talented composer and life long member of the Greek Communist Party KKE.

Mikis Theodorakis used his talents in the service of the working class.He wrote folk songs, symphonies, operas, ballets, film scores, music for the stage and music of protest and resistance.

His music was of and for the people.It transcended national borders and was known across the world for its vitality and spirit, it was music for the working peoples of the world.