Jozef Van Wissem
The Dutch musician Jozef Van Wissem is the master of lute and classical music. His work was noted not only by numerous fans but also the jury at the Cannes Film Festival, where Jozef won the award for the score of Only Lovers Left Alive in 2013. The musician has extensive experience in writing music for movies and advances in this path apart from tours around the globe.
When: November 1
Where: House of Organ and Chamber Music, Lviv
Admission: starting at UAH 170
Kodaline
Kodaline started as runner-ups on the Irish talent show You’re a Star, and nowadays the indie band occupies top charts of Spotify. Their most-known single All I Want has been featured in TV shows and series, as well as a part of The Fault in Our Stars soundtrack. Apart from their hits, the band will perform tracks from their fresh album called Politics of Living.
When: November 4
Where: Bel Etage, Kyiv
Admission: starting at UAH 1090
Birkin/Gainsbourg: Le Symphonique
The legendary French actress and singer Jane Birkin was a rising star of the 1970s. Her collaboration and passionate love with Serge Gainsbourg are cemented in musical history — Ballade De Johnny Jane, Valse De Melody and Lost Song are among the many songs loved in France and beyond its borders. This autumn, Jane Birkin will open a veil on the past, easily making her performance one of the most charming concerts in Ukraine scheduled for 2018.
When: November 5
Where: October Palace, Kyiv
Admission: starting at UAH 390
Shortparis
Shortparis embraces experiments in music: their shows combine 'spastic dance grooves with theatrical performances', as the band states. The electronic rock melodies are merged with English, French and Russian vocals. Throughout its career, the avant-garde band has opened for Alt-J and The Kooks and now will give a solo concert on an unusual location in Kyiv.
When: November 10
Where: Zhytnii Rynok, Kyiv
Admission: starting at UAH 399
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Karna
KARNA successfully smashes the stereotype of Hutsul music being monotonous, where all melodies are the same. After all, the band is the founders of Hutsul Metal genre that has existed for more than 20 years and now experiences the new revival. The concerts of the band are full of chaotic energy thanks to the fusion of the traditional Carpathian dance called Arcan and the traditional metal slam.
When: November 11
Where: More Music Club, Odesa
Admission: starting at UAH 150
Naviband
In 2017, Naviband represented their country, Belarus, on Eurovision in Kyiv. The duo is an often guest in Ukraine and after releasing 4 albums in their native Belarussian, Naviband will present a song in Ukrainian. The November concert will feature their best hits as well as the Ukrainian song called 'Sumne More' ("The sad sea").
When: November 14
Where: Picasso Club, Lviv
Admission: starting at UAH 150
Jackie Cage
Throughout her career, the California-born musician has performed at prestigious jazz festivals like Fillmore Jazz Festival, Berkeley Juneteenth and San Jose Summer Fest. Besides, Jackie Cage boasts the Leigh Weimers Emerging Artists award. This November, she will present her best selling album Siren Songs that combines the sweetest jazz, soul and R&B.
When: November 17
Where: Caribbean Club, Kyiv
Admission: starting at UAH 250
Tango Music Project
Tango Music Project was founded in 2016 by members of Odesa Opera House orchestra. Together they explore the fiery tango, luring in visitors with passionate rhythms. The project has already performed in Poland, Switzerland and the Netherlands and now will return to native Odesa.
When: November 17
Where: Urban Music Hall, Odesa
Admission: starting at UAH 200
JMSN
Christian Berishaj known as JMSN in the world of music is somewhat of the one-man band. The young musician plays multiple instruments, writes lyrics for his songs, engineers and mixes music, and even directs music videos for his songs. His melodies range from the sweetest velvet R&B to lively electronic beats. JMSN has collaborated with big-name artists like J Cole, Tyga, Ta-ku and this November will finally give a solo concert in Ukraine.
When: November 19
Where: Caribbean Club, Kyiv
Admission: starting at UAH 550
All Star Jazz - Ray Charles
All Star Jazz continues to deliver the sounds of classic jazz to Ukrainian audience. This time the band will return with the best hits by Ray Charles, the 17-time Grammy nominee and the world music legend. All Star Jazz will feature their traditional members already beloved by the audience: Pavel Ignatiev (keys), Andrey Chmut (sax), George Iweze (bass), Tobi Fatonade (drums), Anyanya Udongwo and Kemi Oke (vocals).
When: November 20
Where: Caribbean Club, Kyiv
Admission: starting at UAH 250
You can buy tickets at concert.ua or similar sites with English interface.
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