b'Celebrating a Legacy: Hoosli @ 55 Hoosli Ukrainian Male Choir evolved from theSt. Vladimirs College Alumni Choir in Roblin,Manitoba. From singing Divine Liturgies and social events, the choir, renamed Hoosli in the seventies,discovered its niche as a male choral ensemble.Fostering Empathy:Hoosli is integral to the Manitoba culture scenehaving released 10 albums, collaborated withacclaimed artists, and performed in the mostDay One is a story inspired by the personalprestigious concert halls.experience of relocating to Canada midwaythrough the school year. In the wake of the full-scale invasion over 1.8 million Ukrainian children have faced similar journeys, forcedThe concert marking the 55th anniversaryto adapt to new countries and cultures. Thisof the Hoosli Ukrainian Male Chorus, in collaboration short film invites viewers to experience whatwith the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra as part of its like to be a newcomer, fostering theSymphonyintheCityseries,exemplifiedthe empathy and understanding. kindofcross-culturalcollaborationthatreflectsWinnipegs vibrant artistic spirit and commitmentto cultural celebration. Thanks to TSFs trust and endorsement, Simeon Rusnak, Directorwe have been able to move our projectof Classical Programmingforward in meaningful ways - unlocking Winnipeg Symphony Orchestranew partnership opportunities, securing additional production resources, and doubling our available funding. Oleksiy Matviyenko, Director Hoosli Ukrainian Male Choruswith Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra.Photo by: Matt Duboff8'