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'To Mary' from 'Prayer for Ukraine'

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'Expressions' by Hannah Havrylets
1 ZOLTAN ALMASHI - Maria's City  
2 VASYL BARVINSKY - Prayer (1912)  
3 VASYL BARVINSKY - String Quartet (1935)  
4 ZOLTAN ALMASHI - Carpathian Song (2019)  
5 HANNA HAVRYLETS - To Mary (2019)  
6 HANNA HAVRYLETS - Expressions (2004)  
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Phenotypic Recordings proudly presents Prayer for Ukraine, a new release showcasing original compositions by three Ukrainian composers: Zoltan Almashi, Vasyl Barvinsky, and Hanna Havrylets. Expertly performed by the Vivere String Quartet, these pieces evoke the complex narratives of Ukraine’s past and present. This beautifully mastered and deeply felt album serves as a musical tribute to the resilience of the Ukrainian people amidst the hardships of war. The quartet members—Anna Bura and Dmytro Lysko (violins), Ustym Zhuk (viola) and Dmytro Nikolayev (cello)—deliver masterful performances that resonate with emotion and artistry.

Among the notable pieces on the recording is“Maria’s City,” an homage to Mariupol, composed by Zoltan Almashi from a bomb shelter in Kyiv during the Russian siege. Also featured are two works by Hanna Havrylets, who tragically died from lack of medical care at the onset of the invasion, and Vasyl Barvinsky's “String Quartet,” which resonates with folk melodies and rhythms, celebrating the indomitable Ukrainian spirit.

During the album's production, the Vivere Quartet displayed unwavering dedication amid displacement, bombings, and separation from family members. The musicians bravely traveled by bus through Ukraine and Poland in order to come to the United States for their recording sessions, exemplifying their unwavering commitment to preserving Ukrainian culture.

Prayer for Ukraine stands as a beacon of courage and is a testament to the strength of all Ukrainians. Through this music, one sees the fortitude of a nation, the unshakable commitment of its artists to the beauty of their culture, and the undying flame of hope for freedom. Phenotypic Recordings is honored to support these artists in sharing their message with the world, with all proceeds from the album dedicated to Revived Soldiers Ukraine, aiding in the medical rehabilitation of Ukrainian soldiers. For direct donations, visit www.rsukraine.org.

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