Ukrainian Folk Festival 2025
Performers’ Biographies
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Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble (Jenkintown - Philadelphia, PA)
Voloshky has earned international renown for the vigor and resplendence of its performances. The Voloshky style is bold, powerful, and one of sparkling athleticism. The Ensemble generates a dynamic blend of art and energy characterizing the vitality of the Ukrainian people. Voloshky's artistry and portrayal of Ukrainian dance is testament to a vibrant and enduring culture steeped in rich history. www.voloshky.com.
View two of their fantastic promo videos: THE LARK DANCE by Voloshky - Voloshky Sampler Promo - Ukrainian Gypsy Danace and review some of our Galleries from prior festivals: https://tryzub.org/
Photo courtesy of Christine Syzonenko
Popstar Singer-Songwriter Iryna Lonchyna An “Honored Artist of Ukraine” and winner of many national and international awards and song and music contests, this superstar pop singer started singing, studying music and performing in the fourth grade. She has been a featured singer in many concerts, radio and television programs and festivals throughout Ukraine, Europe, Canada and the United States. She not only sings known traditional and modern songs, but also composes and arranges her own lyrics and music. She has authored no less than three albums: The “Strings of Love” (2006), “DoNot Forget Me” (2010); and “A Bouquet of My Songs” (2015). Among her immensely popular songs are: “Forget Me”; The Days Go By”; and “This is My Ukraine”.
Photo courtesy of Daniel Gluschuk View and listen some of Ms. Iryna’s videos: STOP WAR ; My Ukraine ; Prykarpattia ; Assortment of Songs |
Дух Tанцю – Spirit of the Dance Ukrainian Folk Ballet Collective (Washington DC Metro Area) Дух Tанцю – Spirit of the Dance is a Ukrainian Folk Ballet Collective of Washington DC metro area Ukrainian Dance enthusiasts and offseason professional ballet Artists who gather periodically, under the artistic direction of Roman Mykyta, to create and present Ukrainian choreographic art. The ensemble seeks to provide a holistic view of Ukrainian history and culture through original choreographic works that include a mix of dance styles, from traditional dances representing the unique regions of Ukraine, to short narrative pieces and choreographic miniatures that each emphasize a distinctive element of Ukrainian Culture, exploring significant moments and figures in the nation’s history, to entertain and educate audiences. Photo Credits: Missy Mykyta, Kathy Park Photography, Christine Syzonenko, Ronald Beverly, John Maloney |
Violinist Innesa Tymochko Dekajlo (Lviv, Ukraine) Starting at the age of six, Innesa has studied violin with some of Europe’s greatest masters. She has fused the beauty, power and soul of traditional Ukrainian folk music with the classical string instrument - the violin. Her fresh, inventive style has gained critical acclaim from both classical and traditional music critics. Innesa has toured throughout Europe and North America. www.innesa.com. Photos by Christine Syzonenko and Stephen Fartuszok |
Vox Ethnika Orchestra (New York City)
Photo courtesy of Christine Syzonenko
Their uniquely compositional approach to music has received wide recognition in the USA, Canada and Europe; its style of transforming East European folk music is influential. Vox Ethnika is the only band that performs all manner of Eastern European Folk and Pop music (Ukrainian, Lemko, Rusyn, Czech, Slovak, and Polish) set to unique modern arrangements. It also carries a wide, varied and rich repertoire of American and British music – from the twenties to contemporary top hits. Sample their music Here: Oy U luzi Kalyna and Eneida (Vox Ethnika – on our stage).
Living Ukrainian History Exhibitors, by Banner of Jasna Gora and St. Michael’s Ukrainian Kozaks
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