Ukrainian Cultural Delegation Visits Budapest Schools
Amid the ongoing war, a Ukrainian cultural delegation visited schools in Budapest to inspire students with music and hope. This initiative was reported on the Facebook page of the Embassy of Ukraine in Hungary.
Event Organization and Participants
The visit was organized at the invitation of the Ukrainian ambassador to Hungary and included participation by Professor Fedor Shandor. The delegation met with students from Ukrainian-Hungarian schools in the city.
Purpose and Atmosphere
The event aimed to introduce children to the richness of Ukrainian culture through music, words, and songs. Volunteer soldiers who have defended Ukraine since the early days of the war warmly engaged with the pupils.
Previous Performances
Before visiting Budapest, the Cultural Landing performed in the Netherlands as part of a touring program, sharing Ukrainian heritage abroad.
Memorable Performances
- Taras Stolyar, Merited Artist of Ukraine, performed on the bandura, blending traditional Ukrainian sounds with contemporary style.
- Yuriy Ivaskevich, also a Merited Artist of Ukraine, moved the audience to tears with his singing.
- Mykola Serga touched the young Ukrainian audience deeply with his song “Home.”
Message of Hope
“We have come to you today, and we believe that very soon you will come to us… home.” — Mykola Serga
This event reaffirmed cultural connection and hope for future reunification between Ukrainians abroad and their homeland.
Author’s summary: The Ukrainian delegation used music and heartfelt performances to strengthen cultural bonds and inspire hope among Budapest schoolchildren during wartime.