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Hoosli's 35th Anniversary Cabaret has, by design, brought together five individuals to provide selected musical accompaniment for the ensemble. Each of these five musicians, with their own unique talents, has contributed towards the group achieving a really special sound. This sound is one that truly captures the energy, spirit and fire of Ukrainian song and dance. These five individuals also share a common bond... that being their love of Ukrainian music. |
Myroslaw (Myron) Kurjewicz
Accoustic Accordion / MIDI Accordion
An accomplished accordionist, Myron's talents have truly taken him on many 'musical-life-journeys'. Whether he's studying or arranging music, accompanying a choir or dance group, or playing solo, his unique stylings and passion for the accordion remain unparalleled (he says the accordion was probably his first love). A pharmacist by profession, Myron is married to Julia, and they have three children: Laryssa, Adam and Theresa.
Katrusia Chabluk
Sopilka
Katrusia is a first year student at the University of Manitoba, pursuing a career in speech pathology. She has been playing sopilka for 5 years and is currently studying grade 8 piano at the Royal Conservatory of Music. Her love of Ukrainian folk song and dance make her excited to be a part of this event.
Laryssa Kurjewicz
Violin
Laryssa is currently completing her final year of her Honours degree in Physics at the University of Winnipeg and CancerCare Manitoba. Classically trained on the violin since the age of 5, Ukrainian music has always been close to her heart, and will always be a part of her life.
Mikhas Chabluk
Violin
Mikhas is presently attending St. Paul's High School and currently participates in Ukrainian dancing with both the Zorya and Rusalka Ukrainian Dance Ensembles. He has been playing violin since the age of 5, and, along with his brother and sister, plays in a Ukrainian folk band, entertaining people at a variety of venues.
Theresa Kurjewicz
Keyboard, Tambourine, Sound Effects
Theresa is presently attending Red River College, pursuing a career in Graphic Design. Her interest in her culture has stimulated her to study Ukrainian dancing and singing, which has enabled her to perform at various cultural events. She has been playing piano/keyboard for many years and continues to be involved in the Ukrainian community.