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🎶 Ruta at De Verbeelding Festival – 27 September 2025 🎶
On 27th of September, Ruta took part in the De Verbeelding Festival in the municipality of Pijnacker-Nootdorp. It was an unusual location and a different performance setting for us. The atmosphere was warm and open, and we were genuinely touched by the interest of the audience. People stopped to listen, asked questions, and engaged with …
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🎶 Ruta at the Ukrainian Culture Day in Delft – 24 September 2025 🎶
On Wednesday, September 24, the Vesteplein in Delft hosted the Ukrainian Culture Day, with music and dance performance. As part of the afternoon program, Ruta performed a selection of traditional Ukrainian songs. Our contribution is one of several performances that highlight the richness of Ukrainian culture and the wonderful combination of music and dance that …
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🌸 From Kyiv with Flowers: Inspiring Ikebana Workshop
What happens when Ukrainian soul meets Japanese floral art? On a sunny May afternoon in Nootdorp, creativity blossomed — quite literally — in a heartfelt masterclass led by our own Olena Kozlova. 🎨 Meet Olena Kozlova Olena Kozlova, a cherished member of our Ruta choir, is an extraordinary artist originally from Kyiv. For over 20 …
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Ruta on National German Television ZDF
On Sunday, June 15, 2025, we had the honour of participating in a very special Sunday Service in the German Evangelical Church where we rehearse weekly. This was no ordinary service — it was broadcast live on ZDF, Germany’s national television channel, reaching millions of viewers across the country. Being invited to represent Ukrainian culture …
Spring Festival Performance – 24 May 2025
On 24 May, we had the pleasure of performing at the vibrant Spring Festival, beautifully organized by SWOP. The event brought together a rich variety of cultural performances and community spirit, and we were proud to be a part of it. Our programme featured a colorful mix of traditional Ukrainian songs, arranged with both soul …
Summer Concert “Ruta and Friends”
Melodies, music, sweets, and souvenirs – a little bit of Ukraine in Leiden. 📍 Cesar Franckstraat 38, Leiden📅 June 22, 2024 In June 2024, we had the joy of bringing a little piece of Ukraine to Leiden during our summer concert “Ruta and Friends.” On a bright and sunny Saturday afternoon, our voices filled the …
Our First Time at Velyka Kolyada
📍 Rijswijk, January 2024
In January 2024, our choir Ruta had the honour of participating in Velyka Kolyada for the first time. This Christmas concert, held in the beautiful church of Rijswijk and organized by the vocal group Koralі, brought together a diverse array of ensembles to celebrate the festive season through music.
The evening was a tapestry of voices, featuring performances in Ukrainian, English, and Dutch. The majestic acoustics of the church amplified the harmonies, creating an atmosphere that was both intimate and grand…
A Night of Carols: Our First Christmas Concert
📍 The Hague | December 2023 | The church was glowing with candlelight. On that crisp December evening in 2023, we — the Ukrainian vocal ensemble Ruta — stood together for our very first performance. Hands trembling slightly, hearts full. And then we sang. Hosted in the beautiful Deutsche Evangelische Kirche in The Hague, our …