Siuzanna Iglidan

Siuzanna Iglidan is a crossover/classical forward singer and musician. She is versatile in several genres including classical, opera, pop, and Ukrainian folk. She began her musical training at the age of four in her native Odessa, Ukraine, and is a virtuoso bandura player, master pianist, classical composer, and orchestra conductor. Iglidan also has a richly powerful mezzo-soprano voice, and has sung operatic roles in concert halls throughout Ukraine, Italy, Los Angeles, and Colorado. Her favorite instrument, the bandura, is a cross between a lute and harp, the national instrument of Ukraine, and a traditional symbol of rebellion and freedom. Iglidan's concert bandura is one-of-a-kind, featuring 61 strings and incorporating specially adapted guitar strings. Iglidan immigrated to the United States from Ukraine in 2014 to further her music and singing career. In 2022, she made a special guest appearance with John Legend at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, representing Ukraine on the bandura and performing his new gospel song "Free" in honor of the victims of the war in Ukraine.