Phoebe Vlassis (voice and percussive loom)

Polina Skovoroda-Shepherd (Voice, Piano)

KITKA

Interwoven: Phoebe Vlassis, Polina Shepherd &  Members of Kitka  in Concert

Kitka Institute

An evening of songs inspired by textile arts.

St Paul Lutheran Church

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The Kitka Institute and Glenview Classical Series present INTERWOVEN An evening of songs inpired by textile arts. INTERWOVEN brings together three visionary forces in an evening of music inspired by the artistry of textile traditions. Greek weaver-musician Phoebe Vlassis transforms her loom into a percussive instrument, spinning rhythm and song into a living tapestry of sound. Siberian-born composer and vocalist Polina Skovoroda-Shepherd reimagines East European Jewish, Slavic, and Tatar folk heritage through original compositions and daring, spinning improvisations. Joining them are members of Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble, Oakland’s renowned women's vocal ensemble celebrated for forty-five seasons of fearless exploration of Balkan, Baltic, Caucasian, Mediterranean, and Slavic vocal traditions. Together, these artists weave voice, rhythm, memory, and innovation into a radiant sonic fabric—where ancient threads are interlaced with bold contemporary expression. Audience members will be invited to raise their voices and become a part of the sonic tapestry. $30 per person suggested donation. Please consider a more generous pay-it-forward contribution if you are able, otherwise, pay what you can. NOTAFLOF, but a donation is required to reserve a seat. MAKE IT A FULL WEEKEND OF SOUL-STIRRING SONG WITH POLINA AND FRIENDS! <a href="https://www.kitka.org/events/2026/4/11/oakland-ca-enchantment-songs-of-the-slavic-soul-a-vocal-workshop-with-polina-skovoroda-shepher" title="https://www.kitka.org/events/2026/4/11/oakland-ca-enchantment-songs-of-the-slavic-soul-a-vocal-workshop-with-polina-skovoroda-shepher" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Vocal Workshop: Enchanted Songs of the Slavic Soul with Polina Shepherd</a> On Saturday, April 11 from 4-6 PM at Nelligan Hall at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Oakland's Glenview neighborhood, Polina Shepherd leads an immersive, participatory journey into Slavic and Yiddish vocal traditions from the heart of Eastern Europe. Co-sponsored by the Glenview Classical Series. To register for the Saturday afternoon vocal workshop and Sunday evening concert, select the 4/11+4/12 Concert and Vocal Workshop package at checkout. <a href="https://klezcalifornia.org/events/the-joy-of-jewish-music-and-dance-041226/" title="https://klezcalifornia.org/events/the-joy-of-jewish-music-and-dance-041226/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Instrumental, Vocal, and Dance Workshop: The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance</a> On Sunday, April 12, from 2-5pm at Netivot Shalom in Berkeley, Kitka will partner with Klez California and <a href="https://klezcalifornia.org/events/the-joy-of-jewish-music-and-dance-041226/" title="https://klezcalifornia.org/events/the-joy-of-jewish-music-and-dance-041226/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance</a> to co-host a workshop for instrumentalists, singers, and dancers alike. Polina will teach the tunes, and the amazing Jewish dance teacher <a href="https://klezcalifornia.org/acadp_listings/bierman-bruce/" title="https://klezcalifornia.org/acadp_listings/bierman-bruce/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bruce Bierman</a> will show you the steps. As always, music makers and movers of all backgrounds, genders, ages, and levels of experience are welcome to participate. To register for the full weekend package including the Saturday afternoon vocal workshop in Oakland, the Sunday afternoon instrumental, vocal, and dance workshop in Berkeley, and the Sunday evening concert in Oakland, select the 4/11-12 3 Event Bundle at checkout. Questions? Write kitka@kitka.org Artwork: Hung Liu, Woman Working: Loom (1999) National Museum of Women in the Arts

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