Experience the magic, warmth, and spirit of a Ukrainian Christmas through the unforgettable sound of the bandura — Ukraine’s national instrument and a symbol of centuries-old resilience, hope, and cultural pride.
More than just an instrument, the bandura tells the story of a nation. This unique 65-string instrument carries echoes of Ukraine’s rich past — from the wandering kobzars, the blind minstrels of history, to today’s bandura artists who continue to unite audiences around the world.
At our Christmas with Bandura benefit concert, you will be transported to a Ukrainian musical wonderland filled with traditional Christmas carols (kolyadky and shchedrivky), festive arrangements, and soul-stirring melodies. This is more than a concert — it’s a celebration of heritage, community, and the enduring power of Ukrainian bandura music.
The concert features an exceptional lineup of renowned and talented bandura players and vocalists:
Ostap Stakhiw
Ola Herasymenko
Solomia Stahiv
Lilia Tretyak
Sofiia Ishchuk
Roman Ritachka
Olesia Ritachka
Marko Ritachka
Luke Lashchuk Miller
Olenka Kleban
Paul Filenko
Together, they will perform traditional and contemporary Ukrainian carols, blending intricate harmonies and instrumentals into a performance that will leave audiences inspired.
This benefit concert is part of the U.S. holiday tour organized by BandurArts, a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Ukrainian bandura music and culture through education, performance, and artistic collaboration.
We are proud to partner with the House of Ukraine, a Ukrainian cultural center in San Diego, CA, to bring our community together during this magical Christmas and holiday season.
This concert series is both a celebration and a cause — proceeds and donations from Christmas with Bandura will directly support Ukrainian initiatives, educational programs, humanitarian efforts, and artistic mentorship projects in both the U.S. and Ukraine.
We can’t wait to carol with you! Reserve your seats early — these concerts will be one of the highlights of the holiday season!
Tickets $35. Children 12 years old and younger – free.
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