The multi-national group will bring “Songs of the Ukrainian Forest” to central Pennsylvania at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in Recital Hall. The event is on tour as part of Center Stage.
“Songs of the Ukrainian Forest” draws from a rich trove of lullabies and legends. Singer-actresses Mariia Oneshchak and Nataliia Rybka-Parkhomenko reprise stories from their ancestors, while the folk musicians provide dramatic accompaniment to the tight vocal harmonies and stunning background imagery.
The Kurbasy collective’s live performance presents an audio-visual theatrical exploration of a proud people and their history through art song. A magical, musical charm summons the seasons, and ceremonies are celebrated.
“The art of small things brings you happiness,” Rybka-Parkhomenko said.
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FREE MUSICAL DIALOGUE EVENT
The community is invited to learn about connections found in world folk music at the free event “Echoes of Tradition: Musical Dialogue at 3 Dots” from 5:30–7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 3 Dots Downtown, 137 S. Allen St., State College.
Artists from Kurbasy, Penn State Emeritus Professor and music expert Jerry Zolten, and Penn State Professor of Ukrainian language Michael Naydan will hold a musical discussion about the universality of folk music in cultural contexts, including the blues and gospel genres. The artists also will provide musical illustrations of the wide-ranging topics discussed.
The Dialogue Event is free, but registration is required. Visit “Echoes of Tradition” online for more information.
TICKETS
Tickets for the performance are $39 for an adult, $14 for a University Park student, and $22 for a person 18 and younger and are available for purchase online. Avoid the $4 fee by purchasing over the phone at 814-863-0255 or in person, weekdays 10 a.m.–4 p.m., at Eisenhower Auditorium.
Visit Kurbasy online for more information and to purchase tickets.