Playing the bandura excites me because:
I get to learn new notes, new rhythms and play new songs.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Kolomiyka" - I love the sound and the rhythm of it!
Favourite thing about camp:
Sitting beside the campfire and roasting marshmallows. Also playing sports like: volleyball, soccer, baseball, etc.
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Ricky Martin because I love his songs and I really, really like pop music.
Playing the bandura excites me because:
It has a very beautiful sound that makes me very happy and calm.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Коломийка" & "Зацвіла в долині"
Favourite thing about camp:
I started playing bandura at camp where I made lots of friends and had an amazing time.
If I could play a duet with any musician in the world it would be:
One day I would like to write and perform a song with Taylor Swift. I would like to become a famous singer and songwriter like Taylor and use a lot of cool instruments like the BANDURA. 🧡
Playing the bandura excites me because:
The instrument has a unique sound.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Kobzari"
Favourite thing about camp:
Swimming in the lake and the amazing food at camp
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Mozart
Playing the bandura excites me because:
I can learn new songs and be a part of Ukrainian culture
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Світанковий Сон"
Favourite thing about camp:
Playing games and having fun!
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Maryna Krut. I would love to play in a duet with her.
Playing the bandura excites me because:
I am able to continue playing the instrument of Ukrainian cossacks in front of many audiences
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Tropak"
Favourite thing about camp:
Spending time with my friends.
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Shpyliasti Kobzari
Playing the bandura excites me because:
I am able to improve my skills and my concentration. It's also really fun to play.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Зеленеє Жито, Зелене" & "Ой Заграйте Музиченьки"
Favorite thing about bandura camp:
The balance between learning and having fun which gives me motivation.
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Freddie Mercury. I wouldn't think twice about doing a duet with him!
Playing the bandura excites me because:
When I work hard and practice, I can win competitions!
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Ой Заграйте Музиченьки" & "Як у Цареграді"
Favourite thing about camp:
How we have fun together in one big family for a week!
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Elvis Presley! Mostly because I want to see his famous rhinestone suits and go down in history with him!
Playing the bandura excites me because:
If I practice bandura long and well enough, I can play songs with confidence. Confidence is the key to success!
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
Let's just say that some of my favorite songs have kept me awake at night!
Favorite thing about bandura camp:
Getting everyone who plays bandura together to also live together has its good parts.
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
I don't really know, but if a professional musician invited me to play bandura to accompany some of their music and I were given enough time to practice until I'm confident with it, I would take up the opportunity.
Playing the bandura excites me because:
I love music! I like playing bandura for fun and listening to the finished product of the songs I learn.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Tополина земля" - I really enjoy the melody and the flow of the song.
Favourite thing about camp:
Spending time with friends who play the bandura like me. I really like learning new songs, and I love our game nights!
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Someone young and famous like Ariana Grande because it would give me more publicity and I could get some advice to help me launch my music career! People would also get a chance to listen to the bandura.
Playing the bandura excites me because:
The bandura is a beautiful sounding instrument that many people do not know about. I love teaching others about this amazing Ukrainian instrument which is a part of my culture.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
My solo - “Ой, чий то кінь стоїть.”
Favourite thing about camp:
When we all get together to play the songs and you can hear all the different parts, so you know how we will sound at the final camp performance.
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Tina Karol because she is a beautiful singer and singing really compliments the bandura. I think it would be awesome to play the bandura while she sings.
Playing the bandura excites me because:
I enjoy the challenge of learning new and more difficult repertoire pieces every year! I also really like to play bandura in front of my classmates at school or for any non-Ukrainian audiences who are always amazed with our national instrument.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Ой Заграйте, Музиченьки". This upbeat song makes me think of Ukraine's dance culture. It always cheers me up and makes me want to dance myself! I love the flute solo too!!!
Favourite thing about camp:
Spending time with my friends in our cabins, doing funny and silly things, fashion show night and all the games we play. Bandura camps are the best part of my summer!
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
My late grandmother, Vira Zelinska, because it would feel so special to be able to play and sing together with her, if she was still alive. I often think about my dear grandma when playing bandura!
Playing the bandura excites me because:
I get to learn new techniques on the instrument and I learn to play songs of my culture.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Паскалія"
Favourite thing about camp:
I make new friends and learn different songs.
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Maryna Krut
Playing the bandura excites me because:
Just like any other skill or passion, it’s an endless road of improving and learning new music and techniques. I enjoy introducing others to the “bandura” and its history, while highlighting the beauty of Ukrainian culture.
Favourite bandura song I've learned:
"Експромпт" (solo) or "По Діброві Вітер Віє". Експромпт was one of the first solo songs that I truly felt I was being challenged and pushed to learn new techniques. It was a song I was more than excited to practice when I had free time. Balancing school, work, bandura and extra curricular activities, it was the song that would distract me from everything else happening around me.
Favourite thing about camp:
Learning new songs and spending time with those who are just as passionate about playing the bandura. It’s the only time when you really feel you have ALL the time in the world to improve on your skills and learn fun songs! With all the exciting activities, games, bonfires, and endless practices, it’s the perfect camp for any bandurist.
If I could play in a duet with any musician in the world, it would be:
Serhiy Fomenko from Mandry - my childhood inspiration. I used to spend hours listening to his acoustic songs as a child and it would be a dream to perform a song with him!