Margaritis Kastellis

Margaritis Kastellis (Castellis) () (1907–1972
) was a Greek composer and army officer known for his work in military music. His arrangement and adaptation of the "Hymn to Liberty" for military band is still played Greece today. He was born in Chrysoupoli (a city in northern Greece) and died in Athens.
Life and career.
Kastellis studied under Manolis Kalomiris. 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. After retiring in 1963, he taught for several years at the National Conservatoire. He was an authority on wind instruments (both woodwind and brass, including brass band instruments).
Style.
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.
Selected works.
Compositions.
For orchestra
For military band
Chamber music
Piano music
Songs
Arrangements and transcriptions.
For Orchestra
For Military Band