Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, stories, and tradition with internationally acclaimed ethnomusicologist and folk artist Inna Kovtun. Through ancient songs, village tales, and traditional rhythms, Inna will lead us deep into the heart of Ukrainian culture. This is more than a concert—it’s an interactive celebration of living heritage. Come ready to sing, learn, and connect!
Ukrainian Buffet
Enjoy a taste of home-style comfort with borscht, pampushky (garlic rolls), and uzvar (dried fruit tea)—a warm, delicious way to gather in community and care.
We Need You!
Volunteer spots are available to help make this magical evening happen—from setup to cleanup, your energy and support will help bring it all to life.
Wear Your Vyshyvanka!
Traditional embroidered shirts and folk-inspired clothing are encouraged to honor the spirit of the night—but come as you are and be part of the celebration.
Who is Inna Kovtun?
Inna Kovtun is a Ukrainian ethnomusicologist, folk artist, educator, and community wellness advocate whose work beautifully bridges cultural preservation and healing. A passionate keeper of traditional knowledge, Inna has collected over 1,000 folk songs from Ukrainian, Moldavian, Bulgarian, and Tatar traditions—traveling across villages to record, remember, and reawaken ancestral voices. Her life’s mission is not only to perform these songs, but to use them as a way of restoring connection—between people, generations, and spirit. Now living in Oregon, Inna continues this work as the Health and Wellness Director at DAWN, a Ukrainian-led nonprofit based in Portland. At DAWN, she leads culturally grounded wellness programs that support refugee mental health, resilience, and identity, including trauma-informed arts, music therapy, and ritual-based community gatherings. Inna is the founder of I Love Ukraine—Portland’s first Ukrainian theater—and serves as the Music Director for the children’s ensemble Singing Dawn/Blue-Yellow, nurturing young voices through folk songs and creative expression. Her collaborations with American musicians and cultural institutions—including Cappella Romana, Hrai More, and Kitka—continue to build bridges between Ukrainian heritage and the world.
Admission is FREE
Thanks to the generous support of the City of Bend’s Community Sponsorship Grant Program. Donations are welcome and deeply appreciated—all proceeds support Ukrainian cultural programs through UA&Co. Let’s come together in song, story, and solidarity—and keep the light of Ukrainian culture shining bright in Central Oregon.This event is also proudly presented in partnership with DAWN, and Café des Chutes. We can’t wait to create with you! Будьмо!
UA&Co. – Ukrainian Alliance of Central Oregon