Name: Christmas Concert
Start: 2025-12-18T19:00:00-05:00
Location: 2 E 79th St, New York, NY, United States, New York 10075

We invite you to a special holiday concert featuring acclaimed Ukrainian artists Valeriia Vovk and Fima Chupakhin. Their collaboration brings together Valeriia’s expressive, crystal-clear vocals and Fima’s nuanced, imaginative musicianship, creating a program that ranges from quietly introspective to boldly virtuosic. Drawing on the depth of Ukrainian musical tradition while adding their own contemporary sensibilities, they offer a concert that feels both fresh and deeply rooted.
From the oldest known Ukrainian carol "Oi Yak Zhe Bulo" to "Shchdryk" ("Carol of the Bells") and modern holiday favorites, this intimate acoustic evening blends tradition with jazz-inspired warmth. Join us to celebrate the season and immerse yourself in Ukrainian culture.
A wine reception will follow the concert. Advance registration is requested. Full info at ukrainianinstitute.org
Valeriia Vovk is a Ukrainian singer, songwriter, and producer, and a graduate of Berklee College of Music. Her performances and videos have garnered millions of views on social media, captivating audiences with her distinctive fusion of contemporary sound and Ukrainian heritage. She is an ambassador of various Ukraine-focused relief organizations and continues her cultural and humanitarian mission by leading charity tours across the U.S. to raise funds for Ukrainians in need.
Yukhym “Fima” Chupakhin is a Ukrainian jazz pianist and multimedia composer based in New York City. He is known for his jazz work, including his debut album "Water", and has also composed soundtracks for films like "The Wild Fields", for which he was nominated for a Ukrainian Film Award in 2019. Chupakhin, who came to the U.S. on a Fulbright scholarship, has collaborated with writer Serhiy Zhadan and is active in the New York jazz scene.