Ukrainian Voices

The collection of vocal singing music is superb here, and the quality of the recording is equally as good. The recording was done in France - so the titles of the songs on the CD are shown in French - but the music is 100% Ukrainian and beautiful.

The liner notes (which are in English) explain how powerful it was for many of these native singers to finally be able to sing and enjoy these songs in public. The Soviets had strongly stamped out any trace of native Ukrainian culture, most especially their songs. You can hear that heartache in the singers' voices at times during the songs, how much they love and treasure this music.

It's hard for me to even choose a favorite amongst the songs. Some of them are slow and poignant. Others are full of life and energy, perfect for dancing around to. You definitely don't have to know Ukrainian to appreciate these songs - you feel the emotion and meaning through the song itself. I love the harmonies of "Ivana Koupala", I adore the fast paced swirling harmonies of "Tcheremchina", and I could go on. Every song has its own particular personality and each is great.

Highly recommended!

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