For the first time in Washington, Ukraine House hosted a chamber Christmas music evening featuring Ukrainian singer Valeria Vovk and renowned pianist Fima Chupakhin.
This was reported by Ukraine House.
“From the oldest known Ukrainian carol “Oh, how it was” to “Carol of the Bells” and modern holiday compositions, this evening combined Ukrainian tradition with warm jazz intonation,” the report says.
As noted, the program consisted of Ukrainian carols, original winter compositions, and favorite American classical compositions, presented in a chamber acoustic format. The musical evening was an invitation for the community to celebrate the Christmas season together and delve deeper into Ukrainian culture.
It was also noted that the event became an example of cultural diplomacy, which unites different cultures, generations and communities through music. The organizers emphasized the importance of humanitarian and cultural activities of artists in support of Ukraine.
“It was a powerful reminder of how music unites cultures, generations and hearts,” the post emphasizes.
Ukraine House thanked the artists for their skill and dedication to the cause of popularizing Ukrainian culture, as well as the community for the warm atmosphere, light and support that filled this Christmas evening.
Background
Valeria Vovk is a Ukrainian singer, songwriter and producer, a graduate of the Berklee College of Music. Her performances and videos have collected millions of views on social networks, captivating the audience with a unique combination of modern sound and Ukrainian heritage. In 2025, she became an ambassador for TYKHO and MRIYA and continued her cultural and humanitarian mission, leading charity tours in the US in support of these organizations, which have already raised over $50,000 for Ukraine.
Fima Chupakhin is a Ukrainian jazz pianist, composer, and producer based in New York. A Fulbright scholar and student of Mulgrew Miller, he has performed at leading jazz festivals in the US and New York venues. The author of critically acclaimed film scores and a participant in spoken word projects, he released his debut album Water (2019) and most recently, the trio album Hymn For The Fallen (2025). Chupakhin, who came to the US on a Fulbright program, collaborated with writer Sergey Zhadan and is an active participant in the New York jazz scene.
Photo: Ukraine House
Author: Inna Mikhno