On 16 December 2024, the International Institute of Education, Culture and Diaspora Relations, Lviv Polytechnic National University, is holding an art event on the day before Christmas «Solomiya Ivakhiv: Music. Glory. Word».
Solomiia Ivakhiv, Lvivite, a graduate of the Solomiya Krushelnytska Specialised Music Boarding School in Lviv, a well-known American violinist, soloist and chamber music performer. She actively promotes Ukrainian music in the best concert halls not only in the United States, Europe, Asia, and, of course, Ukraine, but also successfully records Ukrainian music.
«Now we have this responsibility – to open Ukrainian music to ourselves and to the world», says Solomiia Ivakhiv, a tireless promoter of Ukrainian music and Ukrainian culture in the world. She is also an active public figure and one of the most interesting representatives of the new generation of young musicians.
Solomiia Ivakhiv is convinced that to be a true artist, one must have a clear civic position. This life credo, combined with her God-given talent and incredible diligence, has created a world-class artist who we will have the opportunity to get to know better.
Iryna Kliuchkovska, Director of the IECDR, emphasises: «We are planning an exclusive event. We will have the opportunity not only to listen to Solomiia’s virtuoso performance, but also to talk to her, hear about her tremendous work at the Ukrainian Institute, her volunteering, and personal meetings with key figures in American politics».
So, during the art event, participants will have a great opportunity to learn about:
- the path of creative and civic growth of the famous violinist;
- the mission of the Ukrainian Institute of America in New York today and the tasks Solomiia Ivakhiv implements as Artistic Director of the Music at the Institute;
- her vision of artistic diplomacy in the modern world;
- projects she is most proud of;
- interesting personalities she has met in her creative paths;
and enjoy the incredible performance of Solomiia Ivakhiv.
This meeting is for everyone who loves Ukrainian music, is proud of our talents, and who is already living in anticipation of a Christmas miracle. We guarantee good emotions and a touch of beauty!
The event starts at 16:00.
Information about Solomiya Ivakhiv is available on the website of the International Institute of Education, Culture and Diaspora Relations.