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Ukrainian youth orchestra turns noise of war into music
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Rebecca Ritters outside Kyiv
February 5, 2026Advertisement
In "The Shahed Overture," young musicians recreate the sound of drone engines, air raid sirens and air defense fire — noises that shape their daily lives.
The piece reflects Ukraine's nightly reality, preserves memories of the conflict and gives the players strength and hope as they imagine a better future through music.