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Ukrainian-born composer says music was his way to process Russia's invasion

NPR | By Leila Fadel
Published February 24, 2026 at 3:42 AM CST

NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Ukrainian-born, Brooklyn-based pianist and composer Vadim Neselovskyi about his new album inspired by Ukraine's struggles since Russia's invasion.

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Leila Fadel is a national correspondent for NPR based in Los Angeles, covering issues of culture, diversity, and race.
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