Yagody

Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone. This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. YAGÓDY arrives in communities across North America with a clear purpose: to preserve Ukrainian folk traditions while demonstrating their continued relevance during a time of ongoing turmoil. For centuries, folk music has carried history, identity, and collective memory through periods of occupation, censorship, and attempted erasure. As Ukraine continues to endure sustained attacks, these events serve as living expressions of resilience and continuity. Praised as “mesmerizing” by the Chicago Sun-Times, YAGÓDY’s concerts feature material from their self-titled debut album alongside recent releases and ancestral hymns reanimated for modern times. The tour repertoire will include ethno-ritual performances such as: “Chernomorets,” This ancient hymn of heroism and hope focuses on the symbolism of the Black Sea, embodying the Ukrainian spirit and love of freedom. “Tsunamia,” Ukraine’s 2024 national Eurovision selection, is rooted in a generational belief that “only the mountains and the sea can give us strength.” Inspired by accordionist Nadiia Parashchuk’s grandmother, the song unfolds as a mythic meditation on endurance. “BramaYa,” inspired by the Roman god Janus, a symbol of beginnings and transitions. Its recurring refrain, “Yanara,” functions as a battle cry reflecting themes of responsibility, truth, and collective resolve. “Koni,” YAGÓDY’s newest single, is a contemplative meditation on time, longing, and memory. Anchored by the mournful tone of the duduk, the piece unfolds slowly, emphasizing harmony, restraint, and ritual. At a moment when international conflict can feel distant, YAGÓDY brings Ukraine’s cultural reality directly to the stage, offering a shared space where cultural…