Bandurist Julian Kytasty performs at scholarship fund-raiser in Victoria

VICTORIA, British Columbia - The Ukrainian Studies Society of Victoria hosted world-renowned bandurist Julian Kytasty at a unique fund-raiser on October 13, 2003, as 50 guests first enjoyed a Thanksgiving dinner at the home of Motria Koropecky.

Each guest gave a donation of $50 for the concert and dinner for which they received an income tax receipt.

Mr. Kytasty didn't arrive until 6:30 p.m. because of unfortunate travel arrangements. However, once refreshed, he entertained the guests for an hour.

He had with him three banduras. One was his grandfather's; the other was a unique one he found on his travels to Brazil; the third was a contemporary one.

Mr. Kytasty played a selection of pieces he composed, as well as music of the Kobzari of Ukraine. He also played several pieces on his sopilka. The most memorable pieces were from his new CD, "Black Sea Winds."

The donations collected that evening went toward scholarship funds that support students from Ukraine studying at Pearson College and Ukrainian students studying at universities in British Columbia and Alberta.

Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, January 25, 2004, No. 4, Vol. LXXII

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