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…
📍 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 …