LELÉKA

In the artist's words:

LELÉKA is a multicultural Berlin jazz quartet led by Ukrainian singer Viktoria Leléka. The name means "stork" and stands for spring, new beginnings and happiness - which is exactly what the band lends to traditional Ukrainian songs. Her expressive voice and creative arrangements create new worlds of sound between jazz, folk and groove from often simple melodies. The songs tell of love, work and war. Founded in Berlin in 2016, the band has played numerous concerts and festivals and has won several awards, including the creole Global Music Contest and the Burghausen Jazz Prize. Their album "Sonce u Serci" stands for hope and inner light in difficult times.

Viktoria Leléka - Vocals

Povel Widestrand - piano

Thomas Kolarczyk - double bass

Jakob Hegner - drums