Nicolae Neacșu
Nicolae Neacșu (1924, in Isaccea, Tulcea – 3 September 2002, in Clejani, Giurgiu) was a Romanian lăutar, an important member of the Taraf de Haïdouks, a well-known Romani (Gypsy) band from Clejani, Romania. He was considered to be one of the best Romani violinists in the world.[1] His main disciple was Gheorghe "Caliu" Anghel, who still plays in the Taraf de Haïdouks.
Nicolae Neacșu | |
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Born | 1924 Isaccea, Tulcea |
Origin | Clejani, Romania |
Died | September 2002 (aged 77–78) Clejani, Giurgiu |
Occupation(s) | Lăutar, violinist |
Instruments | Violin |
Associated acts | Taraf de Haïdouks |
References
- Cartwright, Garth (2002-09-16). "Obituary: Nicolae Neacsu". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 2008-01-16.
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