The Sound of Ukrainian Choir

“The Sound of Ukrainian Choir” offers a wide-ranging glimpse into the choral traditions of Ukraine, blending centuries of sacred music with regional folk influences. The playlist includes everything from monastic chants like “Kyrie eleison (monody)” by the Kiev Chamber Choir to Baroque compositions by Bortniansky and Diletsky, performed by chamber and seminary choirs. You'll also hear excerpts from Tchaikovsky's liturgical works, authentic Kyiv chants, and reflective pieces like “Prayer for Ukraine” by the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus.

Many tracks highlight the strength and clarity of male choirs, including selections from the Monks Choir of Kyiv Pechersk Monastery and the Ukrainian Male Chorus of Edmonton. The emotional weight of pieces like “Vichnaya Pamyat” from the Chernobyl soundtrack and folk-rooted songs such as “Nich Yaka Misyachna (What A Moonlit Night)” bring a broader cultural context to the sacred material. It’s a mix of calm introspection and historic vocal power tied closely to Ukraine’s spiritual and national identity.