They may not be Greek but, wherever live Greek music is played in Washington State, Hank Bradley and Cathie Whitesides will most likely be part of the group.

Christos (Chris) Roumeliotis was born in Athens, Greece, on December 17, 1925. His experiences in Greece during World War II and his work in Cashmere, Washington, combine for a long life of hard work and gratitude for the blessings he has received.

George and Diane Pirotis’s son, Stavros, has enjoyed a mix of cultures and accents, from his father, a Greek visitor to Seattle in 1977 (and a USA Citizen since 1982), and his mother from a long-standing South Carolina family. Their common values and strong faith have offset any differences in their heritage.

Tommy Rakus’ family came from Roumeli, tin carthia tis Elathas (the heart of Greece). And, he claims his passion for all things Greek originates not from the food, the dancing or the language but from his heart.

Where most Greek families with long names shortened or Anglicized them, Greg Asimakoupoulos’ family did just the opposite. With Greek and Norwegian parents his connections run deep with families in Seattle, Washington, and the northwest United States.

Live! Live! Life is a banquet!

Zaphara loves this quote from the stage play and musical Auntie Mame knowing that many people have not been able to live a full life. She has filled her life through dance, travel, work and even as a bus driver.