Kommuna Lux: Odesa Klezmer & Balkan Swing — Music For Ukraine’s Children

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Discover the exuberant sound of Kommuna Lux, the genre-blending ensemble from Odesa, Ukraine. Ukrainian folk and klezmer meet Balkan swing, jazz, disco, and Latin influences in a high-energy, danceable performance. Syncopated rhythms, expressive melodies, and an improvisational spirit offer plenty for adventurous jazz listeners to enjoy. Join us for a joyful, life-affirming afternoon of music benefiting Common Man for Ukraine’s humanitarian aid and healing retreats for Ukrainian children who have lost a parent in the war. Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 3 p.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Avenue, Philadelphia Doors open at 2:30 p.m.; reception included. Free Parking. Honorary Consul of Ukraine Iryna Mazur will open the proceedings. All backgrounds are welcome. Advance tickets: $36. Free admission can be arranged for refugees, recent immigrants, or anyone for whom price is a barrier. Tickets: https://givebutter.com/Philly10-11-26