Played by Ștefan Petreuș (1940–2022), the lead instrumentalist.

The (Ștefan and Ion Petreuș) are iconic figures of Romanian folk music, widely regarded as the "ambassadors" of the Maramureș region. Hailing from the village of Glod on the Valea Izei (Iza Valley), they are celebrated for preserving the raw, authentic "melos" of Northern Transylvania. Musical Legacy and Style

Played by Ion Petreuș (1945–2002). This is a modified guitar with five strings tuned specifically in A Major, producing the rhythmic, percussive backing unique to the region's music. Famous "Nestemate" (Folk Gems)

Their repertoire includes "horea" (old songs) and "jocuri" (dances) that describe life, love, and the pastoral landscape of the Maramureș mountains. Notable tracks frequently found in their collections include:

The duo's sound is defined by the high-pitched, piercing vocals characteristic of the Maramureș area, accompanied by specific traditional instruments:

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