Червона Рута

Ukrainian Folk Music Ensemble

Червона Рута is not an artist, composer, or band but rather a famous Ukrainian song and music festival named after the iconic song. The song "Червона Рута" was popularized by the Ukrainian singer Volodymyr Ivasyuk in the late 1960s and has since become a symbol of Ukrainian music. Volodymyr Ivasyuk was a composer and poet who played a significant role in the development of Ukrainian popular music. His work often drew from traditional Ukrainian folk melodies and themes, which he combined with contemporary pop music elements. Ivasyuk's untimely death in 1979 under mysterious circumstances has led to various speculations, but his legacy continues to influence Ukrainian culture. The Червона Рута festival celebrates his contribution to music and promotes new talents within Ukraine.