Tanya Navolska plays bandura -a traditional Ukrainian stringed instrument that represents country’s folklore and musical tradition passed down through generations. It signifies Ukrainian national identity and cultural heritage. Since XVI century bandura has been played extensively by warriors, freedom fighters, and traveling minstrels to accompany their performances of ballads, historical songs, folk songs and dances. Tanya's performance demonstrates how bandura and voice play as equal partners, creating a harmonious blend of sound images, poetic metaphor and musical expression. With nuanced emotions Tanya performs traditional ritual and patriotic songs of Ukrainian musical heritage. She is dedicated to keeping the Ukrainian bandura playing tradition alive.