In 2022, the Melichenko family was forced to flee their home country of Belarus following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The family of gifted musicians touched down in Virginia, and can be found performing at venues around town, including the Downtown Mall. Husband and wife Sergiy and Tetiana both studied accordion, and are established and honored college professors of folk music. Their son, Vladyslav, is an accordion wizard, and their daughter, Anastasia, a young violin virtuoso. The Melichenko’s set includes Ukrainian folk music, as well as some covers of popular songs. All donations will go to the family as they navigate the complexities and expenses of extending their visas.