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28 Oct - 25 Nov 2011: Boyan Ensemble of Kiev 20th Anniversary UK Tour

Since 1992 music lovers have been enthralled by the singing of the Boyan Ensemble, whose 20th consecutive tour of the UK starts in Sanderstead on 28 October with 26 concerts scheduled nationwide.

The Boyan Ensemble, a fully professional choir, is renowned for its magnificent sound: deepest bass (perhaps only the Slavs can produce such voices) blending seamlessly with baritone and tenor. In many of the works a single lyric soprano soars above the smooth tones of the men, adding a unique quality that distinguishes this choir from all others.

Part I consists of sacred chants of the Eastern Orthodox church, many specially arranged for the Ensemble, which reflect the intense spiritual drama of a religion banned under the Soviet regime, while Part II showcases the vibrant and exciting folklore of Ukraine with a kaleidoscope of songs in many moods. Traditional instruments, including Bandura and lira, (hurdy–gurdy), feature in this section of the programme. Find out more about the Boyan Ensemble or listen to some of their music on www.vocalclassics.co.uk/boyan/index.htm

"The standard of musicianship is breathtaking"

UK Representative / Tour Coordinator: Margarete Rolle, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Friends of Boyan: 21 Albert Road North, Malvern, Worcs WR14 2TP

29 Oct 2011: UCU’s 4th Annual Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction

4th Annual Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction to benefit programs and further development of the Ukrainian Catholic University 29 October 2011, 18:45.

Venue:
Grand Ballroom of the InterContinental Hotel
2A Velyka Zhytomyrska Street, Kyiv

Special guest – Pikkardiyska Tertsiya.
A silent auction will be held throughout the evening.

A VIP cocktail reception with the event’s Honorary Committee and the auction preview will start at 18:00
Charitable donation to participate in the silent auction, cocktails and dinner
– UAH 1200
Charitable donation to participate in the dinner, VIP cocktails with the Honorary Committee and auction preview – UAH 2000

To RESERVE TICKETS or for additional information please contact:
+380 044 425-39-37 |+380 97 653-82-48 | This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it | www.ucu.edu.ua

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16 Nov 2011: Private View: Inspired by Degas: Colour, Light, Moods and Movement

Danusha Fine Arts request the pleasure of your company for the Private View from 18.30 – 22.00 on Tuesday 15 November 2011.
The Official opening will be done by the Ambassador of Ukraine, His Excellency Volodymyr D. Khandogiy.

This is an exciting opportunity to see a collection of new and recent works from the talented, ballet-bewitched Tytenko family, whose international reputation is growing fast.

Venue:
Studio Sienko Gallery
57A Lant Street, Southwark
London SE1 1QN

The exhibition runs from 16 Nov - 13 Dec 2011
Viewing hours: 11.00 – 18.30 Monday - Friday
By appointment Saturday & Sunday on: 020 7403 1353

RSVP: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Tel.: 020 7286 4832.

For more information: www.danusha-fine-arts.co.uk