The group has released four albums—Lastiwka, На Святий Вечір (On Christmas Eve), Степом (Across the Steppes), and Любов і Журба (Love and Sorrow)—and two concert DVDs: Echoes of the Soul and Спадщина / Legacy. They’ve commissioned original compositions by Ukrainian Canadian composer Oleksa Lozowchuk, including Polyelei and Kalyno Malyno.

Artistic director Larry Klopoushak studied vocal performance and conducting at the University of Saskatchewan. He has performed lead roles in major operatic and choral works, and trained under acclaimed conductors like Elmer Eisler, Jon Washburn, and John Aldis. Two of his greatest influences in Ukrainian choral music were Walter Klymkiw of the Winnipeg Koshetz Choir and Maestro Anatolij Avdievs’ky of the Veryovka Ukrainian Folk Choir. Klopoushak worked closely with both, including hosting Avdievs’ky for a workshop with Lastiwka in Saskatoon. Larry and Lastiwka have since mentored many performers, helping to grow the next generation of Ukrainian musical leaders.

We are honoured to welcome Lastiwka to the Vegreville Pysanka Festival stage—a group that continues to inspire through its music, mentorship, and deep cultural connection.