“Ukrainian music is not a single story but a living tapestry shaped by many peoples and histories”
PLACES
MARCH 19, 2026 | 7:30PM | 450 W 37TH ST
An exciting collaboration with the International Contemporary Ensemble opens our seventh season, featuring a world premiere arrangement of Terricone by Anna Korsun, co-commissioned by the Ensemble and UCMF.
PEOPLES
MARCH 20, 2026 | 7:30PM | 450 W 37TH ST
A celebration of the many ethnic and cultural voices that call Ukraine home, from Crimean songs to Hutsul dances.
PRACTICES
MARCH 21, 2026 | 7:30PM | 450 W 37TH ST
Our final concert reveals the variety of Ukrainian musical practice by showcasing one genre: the string quartet. Featuring the acclaimed string quartet The Rhythm Method.
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UCMF AFTERDARK
MARCH 21, 2026 | DOORS OPEN AT 9PM | 154 ORCHARD ST
For our third UCMF Afterdark,* hosted at Close-Up on the Lower East Side, Ukrainian-Crimean jazz pianist Usein Bekirov joins New York–based musicians for a dynamic, cross-cultural jazz collaboration.
*This event is free for all Festival ticket-holders.