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Northwest Ukrainian International Festival

Bellevue,

Community Focus: Eastern European
Ukrainian

The Northwest Ukrainian Festival Committee formed in response to the Ukrainian minority’s need to be represented, shared and, most importantly, connected to its greater Northwest community.

Norwegian Ladies Chorus of Seattle

Seattle,

Community Focus: Gender, Northern European
Norwegian, Women

The Norwegian Ladies Chorus of Seattle has contributed its talents and music to the Puget Sound region’s Norwegian-American community for many years.

Norwegian Male Chorus

Seattle,

Community Focus: Northern European
Norwegian

The Norwegian Male Chorus of Seattle was founded in 1889 — the year of Washington’s statehood — and is the oldest continuously operating choral organization in Seattle.

Nova Ukraine

Palo Alto,

Community Focus: Eastern European
Ukrainian

Nova Ukraine is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening civil society in Ukraine. We assist Ukraine in recovering from the economic and social crisis. We work closely with non-profits and civil activists in Ukraine to provide immediate response where it is most needed. Nova Ukraine is involved in raising awareness, fundraising, cultural events, and round table discussions dedicated to Ukraine and Ukrainian culture.

Oregon Midsummer Festival

Portland,

Community Focus: Northern European
Danish, Finnish, Icelandic, Norwegian, Swedish

Decorate the Maypole and make flower wreaths, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games on the lawn, and enjoy – this is Midsummer!

Orkestar RTW

Woodinville,

Community Focus: Eastern European, Southern European
Bulgarian, Macedonian, Serbian

Orkestar RTW is a five-piece band based in Seattle, Washington that began in 1987 as the house band for the Radost Folk Ensemble. Orkestar RTW primarily plays traditional dance and folk music from the countries of Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Serbia.

Pacific Ukrainian Society

Bellevue,

Community Focus: Eastern European
Ukrainian

The Pacific Ukrainian Society is a dedicated organization that organizes educational initiatives, cultural events, and professional development opportunities to support and unite the Ukrainian community while promoting Ukrainian culture, language, and values.

Pat Chessell

Vancouver,

Community Focus: Canadian, Northern European
Canadian, Irish

Pat Chessell was born in Vancouver, British Columbia – not the first place that comes to mind when one thinks of Celtic folk musicians. His first public appearance was with his family friend, the late Danny Burns in Vancouver’s now defunct Culpepper’s Pub, a venue which became well known for hosting some of the best Celtic music in town.

Pinniped

Seattle,

Community Focus: Canadian, Northern European
Canadian, Irish

Puget-Sound based Pinniped plays tunes flowing from the Celtic tradition, with old and new pieces from Ireland, Quebec, and even farther afield.

Piping Duo

Tacoma,

Community Focus: Northern European
Irish, Scottish

Seamus and Suzanne are a married couple who, since 1991, have played for weddings, banquets, school ceremonies and programs, memorial services, community festivals and other events ~ and have consistently endeavored to make their music and decorum appropriate to each occasion.

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