Ukrainian Power

Ukrainian Power

Canada is home to the second largest Ukrainian diaspora in the world, and their musical legacy runs deep. Ukrainian Power celebrates the rich traditions and modern expressions of Ukrainian-Canadian music—from centuries-old folk songs and fiery polkas to soaring choirs and contemporary fusions. These recordings reflect resilience, cultural pride, and a deep connection to both homeland and adopted land. Whether performed in prairie halls or urban stages, this music tells the story of a community that has helped shape Canada’s cultural fabric. Слава Україні — Glory to Ukraine!

Tracks

Artist Track Title
Polka Drifters A Soldiers Lament Ukrainian Times
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Old Joe Clark, Golden Slippers, Boil Them Cabbage Down A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites
Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) Yesterday (Lennon-McCartney) Juliette with the Lucio Agostini Orchestra
Blysk Shabel Любов (Love) Блиск Шабель
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Boil Them Cabbage Down Blue Ribbon Fiddle
Steve Karliski Think of the Good Times Gotta Keep Movin'
Rushnychok Lytsar (Лицар) Volume Two
Ridni Naspivy Ensemble* Kozak Dance Ukrainian Folk Dance Collection
Chayka Harna Ya Harna ST
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Black Mountain Rag Live, The Lost Recordings
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Calgary Waltz Blue Ribbon Fiddle
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Nestor's Polka Ukrainian Polkas & Kolomaykas
Royal Polka Kings Handzia No. 2 Touring Manitoba
Rushnychok A Mist In The Valley (На долині туман) Volume Two
Donna Mateyko ТА ТУМАН ЯРОМ КОТИТЬСЯ (The Spreading Mist) The Cavaliers Orchestra and Gordon Mendres
Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons Waltz Quadrille Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances in Tribute to the Late Pat Pender
Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) Honey on the Vine ST
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Melody Kolomayka Ukrainian Polkas & Kolomaykas
Rushnychok Learn Well, My Brothers (Учітеся брати мої) ST
Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons Wesilena Kolemeyka Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances in Tribute to the Late Pat Pender
George Fiala Centennial Prelude Centennial Prelude (picture sleeve)
Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) Runaround Chain Reaction
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Just For Sally Polka Ukrainian Polkas & Kolomaykas
Kyiv Pops Orchestra* O Moon Do Not Shine Ukrainian Pops
Kyiv Pops Orchestra* The Betrothed Girl Ukrainian Pops
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Fast Polka Ukrainian Polkas & Kolomaykas
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) The Gal I Left Behind Me Live, The Lost Recordings
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Road to Boston Live, The Lost Recordings
Men Without Hats The Safety Dance The Safety Dance
Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) What a Wonderful World As Hard As I Try
Tommy Buick Fraulein Tommy Buick Goes Ukrainian Western
Kyiv Pops Orchestra* Halya Несе Галя Воду Ukrainian Pops
Buddha Boy (Andrii Horbatyi) Heartbeat Children of the Sun
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Tennessee Waltz, Fascination, Anniversary Waltz A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites
Kyiv Pops Orchestra* Wedding March Ukrainian Pops
Rushnychok The Whistling Kozaks (Засвистали козаченьки) Volume Two
Ridni Naspivy Ensemble* Bukovynian Dance Ukrainian Folk Dance Collection
Cosmic Ray Let's Get it Right Living Today Phase One
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Wedding Dance Polka Ukrainian Polkas & Kolomaykas
Boris Borowetz Seven Step Jeffrey's Musical Restaurant: Ukrainian Feast!
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Adios Polka Contest Winning Tunes (North American Fiddling Champion)
Royal Polka Kings My Dearest Son Touring Manitoba
Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) Sunrise, Sunset ST
Men Without Hats Security (Everybody Feels Better With) Folk of the 80's (EP)
Boris Borowetz Family Harmony Jeffrey's Musical Restaurant: Ukrainian Feast!
Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons Happylender's Polka Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances in Tribute to the Late Pat Pender
Rushnychok I Can See The Village (Ой видно село) Volume Two
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Medley: a) Arkan b) Hopak c) Kolomeyka Golden Slippers
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Ridin' the Fiddle Live, The Lost Recordings
Boris Borowetz The Kozak Jeffrey's Musical Restaurant: Ukrainian Feast!
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Rabbit in the Railpile Plays Old Tyme Fiddle
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Singing Sweethearts On Stage With Al Cherney
Boris Borowetz Seven Step - Bandura Solo Jeffrey's Musical Restaurant: Ukrainian Feast!
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Heel and Toe Polka A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites
Boris Nowasad Helens Waltz Plays Old Time Waltzes
Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) Kazka Lubomyra
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Once More Sing Ukrainian Country Songs For You
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Lone Star Rag Live, The Lost Recordings
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Barndance Breakdown Plays Old Tyme Fiddle
Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) Fortune Teller Lubomyra
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Please Release Me Sing Ukrainian Country Songs For You
Royal Polka Kings Happy Musicians Song Touring Manitoba
Tommy Buick Carmel by the Sea Tommy Buick Goes Ukrainian Western
Cosmic Ray Space in Time Living Today Phase One
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Orange Blossom Special Live, The Lost Recordings
Rudy Hayden (Rudy Myhedyn) & the Country Boys The 401 The 401
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Cherry Pink, Yellow Bird, Never On Sunday A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites
Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) Ходила Лісом (Forest Walk) Zorya
Ed Evanko Evening Song My Native Land
Boris Borowetz Folk Medley #5 Jeffrey's Musical Restaurant: Ukrainian Feast!
Ed Evanko My Native Land My Native Land
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Jimminy Cricket Polka On Stage With Al Cherney
Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) An Orchard in Bloom Lubomyra
Men Without Hats Modern Dancing BBC Rock Hour Special #442 Version A
Boris Nowasad Gerald's Polka Plays Old Time Polkas Ukrainian Style
Rushnychok The Mosquito And The Fly (Ой що ж то за шум?) Volume Two
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Mary's Kolomayka Ukrainian Polkas & Kolomaykas
Kyiv Pops Orchestra* Reapers Harvest Ukrainian Pops
Tommy Buick The Birds are Singing Tommy Buick Goes Ukrainian Western
Rudy Hayden (Rudy Myhedyn) & the Country Boys Blue Steel Want Me a Woman b/w Blue Steel
Ed & Sally and the Country-4 Ed's Kolomayka Sing Ukrainian Country Songs For You
Buddha Boy (Andrii Horbatyi) Yin Yang World Children of the Sun
Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) Sunrise, Sunset (Bock-Harnick) Juliette with the Lucio Agostini Orchestra
Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) As Hard As I Try As Hard As I Try
Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) Chain Reaction Chain Reaction
Gail Neduzak Marie Village Festival Miss Ukranian Fiddle
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Rubber Dolly, Maple Sugar A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites
Ridni Naspivy Ensemble* Halya Carries the Water Ukrainian Folk Dance Collection
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Shannon Waltz, Irishman's Heart To The Ladies, Bluewater Hornpipe Live, The Lost Recordings
Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) I Must Know ST
Gail Neduzak Marie Hopak Miss Ukranian Fiddle
Chayka Ne Shumy Kalyno ST
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Kansas City Railroad Blues Blue Ribbon Fiddle
Ed Evanko Marichka My Native Land
Rushnychok The Moon In The Sky (Місяць на небі) Volume Two
Boris Nowasad CNE Breakdown Plays Old Time Polkas Ukrainian Style
Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) Галичанка (Halychanka) Zorya
Royal Polka Kings Touring Manitoba Polka Touring Manitoba
Donna Mateyko АГРАЙ МИ ЦИГАНЕ (Play Gypsy, Play) The Cavaliers Orchestra and Gordon Mendres
Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) French Minuet A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites

Ridni Naspivy Ensemble* - Ukrainian Folk Dance Collection

Kyiv, 🇺🇦

FEATURED

Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) - ST

St Vital, Manitoba - Vancouver, British Columbia - Toronto, Ontario, 🇨🇦

Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons - Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances in Tribute to the Late Pat Pender

FEATURED

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) - Contest Winning Tunes (North American Fiddling Champion)

Medicine Hat, Alberta → Mississauga, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) - A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites

Medicine Hat, Alberta → Mississauga, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) - Live, The Lost Recordings

Medicine Hat, Alberta → Mississauga, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) - Golden Slippers

Medicine Hat, Alberta → Mississauga, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) - On Stage With Al Cherney

Medicine Hat, Alberta → Mississauga, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) - Blue Ribbon Fiddle

Medicine Hat, Alberta → Mississauga, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) - Plays Old Tyme Fiddle

Medicine Hat, Alberta → Mississauga, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Buddha Boy (Andrii Horbatyi) - Children of the Sun

Ukraine → Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Steve Karliski - Gotta Keep Movin'

Winnipeg, Manitoba → New York, New York, 🇺🇸 → Niagara Falls, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Rushnychok - Volume Three

Lachine, Québec

Rushnychok - Volume Four

Lachine, Québec

FEATURED

Rushnychok - Volume Two

Lachine, Québec

FEATURED

Rushnychok - ST

Lachine, Québec

FEATURED

Luba (Lubomira Kowalchyk (Любомира Ковальчук)) - Chain Reaction

Montréal, Québec

Verkhovyna Trio - Ontario, Ontario

Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Cosmic Ray - Living Today Phase One

British Guiana - Toronto, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Gloria Kaye - Weather b/w Child

Lac La Biche, Alberta, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

MacLeod 9 - Ukrainians Crossing The Great Divide

Red Deer, Alberta - Montréal, Québec, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

John Oswald - LX

Kitchener, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) - As Hard As I Try

St Vital, Manitoba - Vancouver, British Columbia - Toronto, Ontario, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Ed Evanko - My Native Land

Winnipeg, Manitoba, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Ed Evanko - I Did It For Your Love

Winnipeg, Manitoba, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Myles Goodwyn - Long Pants

Woodstock, New Brunswick, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Tommy Buick - Tommy Buick Goes Ukrainian Western

Valley River - Winnipeg, Manitoba, 🇨🇦

FEATURED

Juliette (Juliette Augustina Sysak) - Juliette's Country World

George Fiala - Centennial Prelude (picture sleeve)

Kyiv Pops Orchestra* - Ukrainian Pops

Ukrainian Folk Dance Collection

ST

Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons - Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances Back cover

Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons - Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances in Tribute to the Late Pat Pender

Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons - Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances Side 1

Cam Chernecki and the Melody Sons - Ukrainian and Old Time Folk Dances Side 2

Contest Winning Tunes (North American Fiddling Champion)

A Tribute to Al Cherney: 50 All Time Favorites

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) A Tribute to Al Cherney (3)

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) A Tribute to Al Cherney (2)

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) A Tribute to Al Cherney (1)

Live, The Lost Recordings

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) / Live, The Lost Recordings INNER

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) / Live, The Lost Recordings OUTER

Golden Slippers

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) / Golden Slippers LABEL 02

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) / Golden Slippers LABEL 01

Al Cherny – Golden Slippers BACK

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) / Contest Winning Tunes (North American Fiddling Champion) LABEL 01

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) / Contest Winning Tunes (North American Fiddling Champion) LABEL 02

On Stage With Al Cherney

Blue Ribbon Fiddle

Plays Old Tyme Fiddle

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Blue Ribbon Fiddle LABEL 01

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech) Blue Ribbon Fiddle LABEL 02

Al Cherney - Blue Ribbon Fiddle BACK

Al Cherney (Alexander Peter Chernywech)

On Stage With Al Cherny BACK

Al Cherny North American Open And Novelty Champion BACK

Al Cherny Plays Old Tyme Fiddle BACK

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