Renowned Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus announces its summer programs (05/05/02)

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Renowned Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus announces its summer programs

by Anatoli Murha

DETROIT - The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus has scheduled a pair of two-week summer programs for all bandura enthusiasts. Bandura Camp Ukraina will start on Sunday, July 28, at the Ukraina Vacation Resort in London, Ontario. Kobzarska Sich Bandura Camp will start on Sunday, August 11, at All Saints Ukrainian Orthodox Church Camp Grounds in Emlenton, Pa. Both camps will showcase a final concert.

Participants at both camps will take part in a program that consists of: bandura technique training, vocal training, solo and ensemble playing, bandura history and, for advanced players, training with style.

There is time for a number of recreational activities, such as swimming, sports and relaxation. Enthusiasts of all playing and age levels are welcome and encouraged to participate. Instruction is in both English and Ukrainian.

To receive a registration packet and for more information about both camps, please call or e-mail either Mykola Schidowka at (440) 888-7129, or [email protected]; or Anatoli W. Murha at (734) 658-6452 or [email protected].

The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus was formed in Kyiv in 1918. It survived both the Soviet and Nazi occupations, and since 1949 has enjoyed the freedom of artistic expression in the United States of America. This male chorus is based in Detroit, but has members throughout North America: Alberta, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Ontario.

The chorus has preserved and promoted the art of the bandura by amassing an extensive discography, and by touring North America, Europe and Australia. The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus is a laureate of the Shevchenko State Prize, Ukraine's highest cultural award.

For more information on the bandura, the chorus and the camps, please visit www.bandura.org.

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