Praised for their “stirring performances of rare repertory” (Fanfare Magazine), the Shelest Piano Duo (the husband-and-wife team of Anna and Dmitri Shelest) traces its roots to Ukraine. Having been classmates since middle school, the Duo began performing together after their marriage in the US. The release of Ukrainian Rhapsody in 2018 brought renewed attention to the music of their homeland. Since then, the CD has been featured as the Album of the Week on a number of radio stations nationwide (KUSC Los Angeles, WCRB Boston, etc.). Their inventive programs have delighted a broad array of audience members, and, in words of Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon, “realized diplomacy through music.”

“The CD’s sound engineering is excellent. Ukrainian Rhapsody makes the best imaginable case for the music of the Shelests’ native land. Pianophiles will want it for its stirring performances of rare repertory. Highly recommended!” – Dave Saemann, Fanfare Magazine, May/June 2018

“This is a beautiful recording that provides very, very satisfying listening, not to mention a salutary reminder of the innate musicality of the Shelests.” – Colin Clarke, Fanfare Magazine, July/August 2018

“The disc was recorded at Patrych Sound Studios by Joseph Patrych, who is as good as they come in recording the piano. Given the sound, the music, and the artistry on display here, this disc comes most highly recommended.” – David DeBoor Canfield, Fanfare Magazine, July/August 2018