The event focused on preserving and promoting Ukraine’s cultural heritage, particularly the traditions of kobzar music, folk crafts and local historical memory.

Lecturers and students from the Faculty of Arts of Luhansk Taras Shevchenko National University took part in the festival.

Nazар Bozhynskyi, Associate Professor of the Department of Design and Media Production, presented an exhibition of traditional kobzar musical instruments. He also introduced visitors to the traditions of carpet weaving and other forms of Ukrainian folk art.

The festival’s musical programme was complemented by a performance by the Silver Wings (Sribni Kryla) bandura quartet. The ensemble performed Ukrainian musical compositions, showcasing the rich sound of the bandura and its significance in Ukraine’s national musical culture.

As part of the festival, a video presentation highlighting the creative achievements of the Faculty of Arts was also shown, introducing visitors to the Faculty’s artistic activities and accomplishments.

Information Centre of the Faculty of Arts