De Joc Ca La Ungureni - Cu Ioachim Fat, Razvan Sabadis, Ioan Pop, Florin Filipan May 2026

With the virtuosic fiddle playing of Ioachim Făt and support from Răzvan Sabadiș and Florin Filipan , this group captures the "frenzy" and community spirit of traditional Maramureș celebrations . Cultural Significance

The piece is characterized by its "acoustic scale," a natural scale reminiscent of ancient instruments like the Jew’s harp or the tilincă (long flute) . The rhythm is fast-paced, designed to accompany the energetic, stamp-heavy dances common at village gatherings and weddings . The Masters Behind the Music With the virtuosic fiddle playing of Ioachim Făt

is a quintessential example of the archaic and vibrant musical traditions of the Maramureș region in northern Romania . This specific rendition features a collaboration of renowned local masters, including Ioachim Făt , Răzvan Sabadiș , Ioan Pop , and Florin Filipan , often associated with the celebrated Grupul Iza . The Sound of the Maramureș Mountains The Masters Behind the Music is a quintessential

This track typically utilizes the classic Maramureș trio: the ceteră (fiddle), the zongoră (a modified guitar with fewer strings used for percussive rhythm), and the dobă (drum) . including Ioachim Făt