What We Do

Three programs.
One institution.

Each program serves a distinct purpose within the Ukrainian musical world — performance, education, and recognition. Together they form a complete cultural platform.

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United Voices

Two cultures —
one stage.

Joint concert series — Ukraine & United States

United Voices is a joint concert series that brings together Ukrainian and American singers in a shared artistic experience. Each performance is designed as a cultural dialogue — two traditions, two histories, one stage.

Beyond performance, the program carries a humanitarian dimension — using the universal language of music to build awareness and solidarity.

Upcoming Performances Partner With Us
United Voices concert performance
United VoicesDetroit, November 2024

Format

Joint Concert Series

Participants

Ukrainian & American Singers

Dimension

Cultural & Humanitarian

Upcoming

Season TBA

Concert Highlight

United Voices — Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Birmingham MI, November 2025

Masterclasses

Education at
the highest level.

Ukrainian classical vocal repertoire for U.S. university students

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Live Student PerformancesStudents perform Ukrainian art song in a masterclass setting with real-time coaching.
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Coaching on Ukrainian Diction, Style & InterpretationSpecialized instruction in Ukrainian phonetics and the stylistic nuances of the repertoire.
03
Ukrainian Art SongA repertoire largely absent from American conservatories — brought to life through live performance.

Date

March 17, 2026

Time

4:00 — 6:00 PM

Venue

Alexander Recital Hall

Host

Eastern Michigan University

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Ukrainian Vocal Masterclass with Olga Yalovenko — March 17, 2026

From the Masterclass

Masterclass session
Masterclass participants

Olga Yalovenko with students — Eastern Michigan University, March 2026

What participants said

“

Sometimes masterclasses feel very high pressure. This one had the perfect balance between pressure and fun. This experience changed my perception of Ukrainian music.

Teddy Bordsodi Masterclass Participant
“

Olga offered a wonderful masterclass specially tailored to our students. She made them feel comfortable working with very fresh repertoire in a new language. Most had never heard a bar of this music, but by the end it was clear they were very appreciative of all that Ukrainian music has to offer.

Curt Peters Lecturer in Voice — Eastern Michigan University
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Young Vocalists Competition

A stage for
Ukraine’s next voices.

All-Ukrainian competition — Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine

Based in Ivano-Frankivsk, the Bridge of Voices Competition is an all-Ukrainian platform dedicated to discovering and supporting the country’s most gifted young singers. More than a competition — it is a gateway to international recognition, mentorship, and opportunity.

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Competition Goals

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Identify and support exceptional young vocal talent across Ukraine, providing recognition and a path toward professional development.

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Connect participants with international jury members, mentors, and artistic networks that extend far beyond the competition itself.

03

Preserve and celebrate Ukrainian vocal repertoire by making it the foundation of every competitive category and performance requirement.

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Position Ukrainian musical culture as a living, evolving tradition with a rightful place on the international stage.

Location

Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine

Open To

Ukrainian Vocalists

Jury

International Panel

Awards

Prizes & Opportunities

Ready to be part of Bridge of Voices?

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