The Kosa Choir is a Toronto based chamber folk choir studying & performing the traditional polyphonic songs of Ukraine. They will be presenting a range of repertoire journeying through the song cycles of the year alongside friends Moskitto BAR, whose sound combines a beautiful and original mix of Ukrainian, Balkan, Iraqi Middle-Easern and French Celtic music.

Learn how to make Ukrainian Easter Eggs with natural dyes! Learn about this ancient and beautiful way of ushering in spring and the techniques necessary to transform a plain egg into an intricate colourful object imbued with symbols of protection and goodwill.

Learn Vesnianky, Ukrainian spring calling songs in the oral tradition with a focus on vocal technique led by a special guest instructor.

Learn Vesnianky, Ukrainian spring calling songs in the oral tradition with a focus on vocal technique led by a special guest instructor.

Join singing family Ori Shalva (aka the Makharashvili Family) as they take you step by step through all three vocal parts of Georgian Polyphonic song.

This is a physically active workshop, where layers of rhythm are overlapped to make some serious groove. Beginners can focus on the main rhythm but as we layer the rhythms up, throw in variations, and add vocals, it can get way more challenging.

The Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Ontario Branch and Native Canadian Centre of Toronto present a lecture series in connection with their current exhibition “The Spirit of Beads: Sharing our Stories”

All lectures will be presented virtually via Zoom. Tickets are $10 per lecture.

Join singing family Ori Shalva (aka the Makharashvili Family) as they take you step by step through all three vocal parts of Georgian Polyphonic song.

In connection with their current exhibit “The Spirit of Beads: Sharing our Stories”, Ukrainian Museum of Canada Ontario Branch and Native Canadian Centre of Toronto present a series of virtual beading workshops. Workshop costs include materials, which will be mailed to participants, or can be picked up locally at the Museum in Toronto. Please allow a minimum of 11 days for shipping if you would like your materials delivered.

This is a physically active workshop, where layers of rhythm are overlapped to make some serious groove. Beginners can focus on the main rhythm but as we layer the rhythms up, throw in variations, and add vocals, it can get way more challenging.

The Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Ontario Branch and Native Canadian Centre of Toronto present a lecture series in connection with their current exhibition “The Spirit of Beads: Sharing our Stories”

All lectures will be presented virtually via Zoom. Tickets are $10 per lecture.

Join singing family Ori Shalva (aka the Makharashvili Family) as they take you step by step through all three vocal parts of Georgian Polyphonic song.

This is a physically active workshop, where layers of rhythm are overlapped to make some serious groove. Beginners can focus on the main rhythm but as we layer the rhythms up, throw in variations, and add vocals, it can get way more challenging.

Folk Songs of the Ukraine: A Digital Archive Website

Created by Marichka Marczyk ethnomusicologist and singer with the Ukrainian Canadian musical groups – Balaklava Blues and Lemon Bucket Orkestra, the goal is to spread awareness and preserve the richness of regional folkloric music of the Ukraine.

Listen.
Sing.
Learn.
Enjoy.

Fall in love with beautiful songs and traditions.

Are you ready to make dinner? Chef Mykola Rutkay leads participants step-by-step through the making of Ukrainian varennyky (also known as perogies or dumplings). He shares some innovative tips and modern options. Nicholas has deep culinary pedigree with a grandmother and mother who are truly gifted cooks. They’ll chime in with their take on more traditional methods and family stories.

Presented by St. Vladimir Institute (Toronto, ON)

Join singing family Ori Shalva (aka the Makharashvili Family) as they take you step by step through all three vocal parts of Georgian Polyphonic song.

In connection with their current exhibit “The Spirit of Beads: Sharing our Stories”, Ukrainian Museum of Canada Ontario Branch and Native Canadian Centre of Toronto present a series of virtual beading workshops. Workshop costs include materials, which will be mailed to participants, or can be picked up locally at the Museum in Toronto. Please allow a minimum of 11 days for shipping if you would like your materials delivered. Upon registration, participants will be required to provide a mailing address and kits containing all materials will be sent via Canada Post. Participants will also be required to sign a waiver consenting to a code of conduct, and to be on camera via Zoom. Please note that registration is first come first serve and participants will not be considered fully registered without completing this waiver.

The Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Ontario Branch and Native Canadian Centre of Toronto present a lecture series in connection with their current exhibition “The Spirit of Beads: Sharing our Stories”

All lectures will be presented virtually via Zoom. Tickets are $10 per lecture.

Become part of the story of how our ancestors celebrated the beginning of spring. Join ethnomusicologist and singer Marichka Marczyk and learn interesting facts about spring rituals songs – vesnianky and haivky. Listen to ancient archival audio recordings made in remote Ukrainian villages. Immerse yourself in the beauty of unique melodies from different ethnic regions of Ukraine. Sing along with Marichka in this uplifting workshop of Ukrainian spring ritual music.

This workshop is being offered in Ukrainian, with some English translation by Mark Marczyk, Marichka's life partner and music soulmate.

This is a physically active workshop, where layers of rhythm are overlapped to make some serious groove. Beginners can focus on the main rhythm but as we layer the rhythms up, throw in variations, and add vocals, it can get way more challenging.

Gather a few friends and family virtually and join Lemon Meringue Studio's Slava Iwasykiw and Sonia Potichnyj as they demonstrate baking a traditional Easter Syrnyk or cheesecake. Derived from the word syr meaning cheese, Slava and Sonia’s version is baked in a sweet pastry crust, topped with a decadent three cheese blend. Get tips, tricks and techniques from these veteran chefs who will be online after the demo to answer your questions and show you the step-by-step approach.

Presented by St. Vladimir Institute

Ukrainian Village Voices is delighted to present a virtual children’s workshop with folk artist and educator Olya Fryz. Olya will teach songs from her very popular Ukrainian children’s album “Shcho za Hamir” (What a Noise). Get ready for a fun, family-friendly sing along with bandura (58-stringed folk instrument) accompaniment!

Growing up in New York City and performing for many years in the tri-state area, Olya is excited to lead this workshop and to share her love of Ukrainian music with diverse audiences.

In connection with their current exhibit “The Spirit of Beads: Sharing our Stories”, Ukrainian Museum of Canada Ontario Branch and Native Canadian Centre of Toronto present a series of virtual beading workshops. Workshop costs include materials, which can be picked up locally at the Museum in Toronto. Description: Join artist Katie Longboat in making a pair of beautiful beaded fringe earrings. Katie is a Toronto based Indigenous (Mohawk and Cree) bead artist, originally from Six Nations of the Grand River. She has over 15 years of experience with both creating beadwork and facilitating beading workshops.

GIRLS WITH GEAR Featuring: Catchfiyah, Mimi O'Bonsawin, Tamar Ilana
Welcome to Girls with Gear, an electro acoustic experience! Enjoy live, intimate performances from our living rooms to yours while exploring a new interactive digital world. Brought to you exclusively by FabCollab x Bramble every second Friday.

Are you interested in learning new ways to reduce waste? Would you like to learn how to grow your own organic produce? Are you curious to know about improving the comfort and energy efficiency of your home?

On Earth Day, join St. Vladimir Institute’s second lecture event of 2021 to hear practical perspectives from passionate speakers on how to improve your own health and well-being while protecting the planet. Panelists will share their experience and expertise in waste management, organic farming and home energy efficiency.

This week on Curtain Call, Canadian fiddler and singer, Miranda Mulholland! Catch the interview on Instagram live, Wed at 12pm EST! Named the "sweet secret weapon of Canadian roots music" by the Globe and Mail's Brad Wheeler, JUNO nominated Miranda Mulholland is a versatile performer and in high demand as a fiddler and singer covering a wide range of styles. She is a member of Harrow Fair, a duo with Andrew Penner of Sunparlour Players who have recently released their sophomore year to critical acclaim and the fiddle trio Belle Starr.

This is a physically active workshop, where layers of rhythm are overlapped to make some serious groove. Beginners can focus on the main rhythm but as we layer the rhythms up, throw in variations, and add vocals, it can get way more challenging.

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