Ukrainian folk music is a vibrant and soulful genre deeply ingrained in the cultural fabric of Ukraine, capturing the nation's spirit, history, and traditions. Characterized by its emotive melodies, intricate harmonies, and rich lyrical storytelling, it encompasses a diverse array of sounds and styles, ranging from the hauntingly beautiful polyphonic singing to the energetic rhythms of dance tunes. Instruments like the bandura, a type of lute, and the tsymbaly, a hammered dulcimer, are quintessential to its sound, providing a distinctive timbral quality. Artists within the genre, such as Suzirya Folk Song and Dance Ensemble, Gránat, and Chur, to newer groups like Casa Ukrania, keep the tradition alive, blending age-old customs with contemporary influences to ensure Ukrainian folk music remains a dynamic and evolving expression of the country’s enduring heritage and collective soul.

Alexey Shor: Composer's Notebook, Vol. 3

Kyiv Virtuosi•

Massimiliano Caldi•

Daniel Raiskin

Album - 13 Tracks - Released April 11, 2025