Tales of Eastern Wonders – Traditional songs from Volyn, Podole and the Ukrainian Carpathians
Experience the rich tapestry of traditional songs from Volyn, Podole, and the Ukrainian Carpathians, such as „O Bożej Matce Poczajewskiej,” „O Sierocie,” „O Biedzie,” and „Oj na morzu, na czarnym.” These evocative tunes will be performed alongside captivating folk stories that celebrate the age-old tradition of traveling singers. Audience members will have a unique opportunity to join in the music-making by playing the hurdy gurdy, a traditional stringed instrument brought specially from Ukraine for the festival.
Hear these songs brought to life by Andriy Lyashuk, accompanied by the haunting sound of the hurdy gurdy, in a variety of settings from festivals and fairs to museums and the streets, and even near the gates of the Pochayiv Lavra. Don’t miss this immersive cultural experience that connects the past with the present through the power of music and storytelling.
Performed by Andriy Lyashuk, a Kovel-born musician fascinated by the musical tradition of the Polesie and Volyn regions.