On 14th of December, Ruta was invited to sing during the Sunday service at the German Protestant Church in The Hague — a place that has become very close to us. This is also the church where we rehearse on Fridays, and over time we have felt an incredible sense of support from both the …
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Our experience at Gouda by Candlelight was intense, memorable, and deeply touching. We had agreed on two performances as part of the festival: a short appearance at the railway station hall and our main concert later in the church. However, upon arriving at the station, we were met with an unexpected situation. Large posters were …
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On 7 December 2025, Ruta held its annual December concert — a tradition that has become an important moment in our musical year. What made this evening especially meaningful for us was seeing familiar faces in the audience. Over time, a circle of listeners has formed around Ruta — people who return, who follow our …
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At the beginning of December, Ruta took part in a television recording for the Christmas program “Franky & Coen: Patatje Hoop.”It was not a concert performance, but a contribution to a broader television story — and for us, this made the experience especially meaningful. The theme of the program is very close to us. Patatje …
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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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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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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 …
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 …
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 …
📍 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…