I like to call things by their name, but I also accept to be told the truth to my face, even if there is a risk it might upset me.
I joined “Plăieșii” in 2012. I am still part of the ensemble today simply because I truly fell in love with this folk song, and also because we are paid for our work — it is our daily bread.
In fact, if I came to love folk music so much, it is entirely thanks to Mr. Nicolae Gribincea. He also taught us to be honest with each other, to joke without exaggerating, to be responsible, not to be like everyone else, but to have individuality.
In our group, everyone vibrates on the same wavelength. There are no conflicts between colleagues because each of us knows what we have to do. Every one of us contributes and participates daily in raising the quality of the ensemble.
The annual expeditions led by Mr. Gribincea are essential because a large part of the “Plăieșii” repertoire is the result of research. From this, we learn that the origin of true folklore comes from the people of our villages.
For me, traditional costume means returning home, no matter where we are.
I have felt that music and song have always brought people together and made the world more communicative. Our audience is always active, receptive, and for the most part, our Romanian brothers are the ones who love “Plăieșii.”
We invite people to the shows we organize because the “Plăieșii” product is authentic, and we never forget to bring something new to each appearance.
The shepherd’s song “Sârbul și Sârboaica” was the first I heard when I joined the ensemble, but the one closest to my heart remains “Mama me când m-o făcut,” because I identify myself in those verses.

BLITZ INTERVIEW
Motto: “If it is important to know what you know, it is equally important to know what you don’t know.”
• The stage is what makes us feel like artists.
• Folklore is the backbone of a people.
• Talent is God’s blessing.