From the “Pearl of the Black Sea” to the Western Seaboard, Kommuna Lux returns to U.S. stages this spring, bringing their signature blend of Ukrainian folk, klezmer, and Balkan swing to audiences. Known for turning concerts into vibrant cultural experiences, the ensemble continues to channel its growing international platform toward urgently needed humanitarian aid for Ukraine.

All Ages $22 advanced, $25/door

Come fall in love with Odesa, Ukraine, the Pearl of the Black Sea! Kommuna Lux brings you the heritage music of their beloved hometown. Klezmer, Balkan, and Urban Chanson, with a dash of Ukrainian Folk and powered by rocket fuel, Kommuna Lux impacts the crowd with a nostalgic, high-energy Big Band sound from the bygone days of speakeasies and rum runners.

These conservatory-trained musicians started out playing flash mobs in the markets, piers, and streets of Odesa, and quickly moved up to local and national stages. After winning Germany’s “Iron Eversteiner” prize for folk music, they began touring the world.

Led by clarinetist Volodymyr Gitin and featuring Taras Luka (accor-dion), Mykola Shevelov (drums), Yevhenii Beltiukov (vocals, guitar), and Serhii Zhuravel (trumpet), Kommuna Lux delivers a sound that is emotionally immediate no matter the language.

Through their nonprofit KMLX, Kommuna Lux has raised more than $50,000 in direct aid, including specialized hospital beds for burn victims in partnership with the Rotary Club of Ukraine, as well as rescue vehicles for frontline efforts.

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