For this year’s annual collaborative showcase, Danny presents The Melichenko Family, a virtuosic trio from Ukraine. The Melichenko Family features accordionist and professor of Ukrainian Folk music Sergey Melichenko; his son Vladyslav, who plays accordion and guitar; and daughter Anastasia, who plays violin. Each member has won many awards nationally and internationally for their musical expertise. The Melichenkos, originally from Rivne, Ukraine, fled Belarus in early 2022 after the Russian invasion of Ukraine and now make their home in the Shenandoah Valley. They will be joined by multi-genre singer/violinist Julia Kwolyk, a second-generation Ukrainian American, and versatile upright bassist Neil Knicely. Expect an extravaganza of dynamic, fast-paced Bluegrass, Ukrainian Folk, and original music!