Fanfare Ciocărlia, the fiery brass band hailing from the small village of Zece Prăjini in northeastern Romania, has earned a worldwide reputation for their electrifying performances and distinctive fusion of Roma and various Balkan musical traditions. The band consists of roughly 12 members, with a lineage that can be traced back to the traditional ceremonial brass bands common in the region. Since their international discovery in the mid-1990s, Fanfare Ciocărlia's virtuosity has taken them far from their rural roots to the global stage, where they have performed thousands of concerts and garnered a dedicated following.

Throughout their illustrious career, Fanfare Ciocărlia has released a string of successful albums, showcasing their skill at lightning-fast tempos and kaleidoscopic soundscapes in songs like "Iag Bari" and "Gili Garabdi." Their discography is a testament to their dynamic evolution and constant innovation. Albums like "Queens and Kings" have seen them collaborate with other prestigious artists from the Balkan region, while "Onwards to Mars!" and "Devil's Tale" push the boundaries of their genre with fresh arrangements and compositions. They have continually expanded their musical repertoire, incorporating reinterpretations of classical pieces like the "James Bond Theme" alongside original works. With a career spanning over two decades, marked by their 25th-anniversary celebration compilation "(Dunkelbunt) Presents 25 Years Fanfare Ciocarlia," the band has not only been a driving force in the resurgence of Balkan brass music but has also secured their place as cultural ambassadors of Romani music and spirit.

Genres

Balkan Beats

Balkan Brass

Brass Band Pop

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Latest Release

James Bond Theme (Billogorz Remix)

Fanfare Ciocarlia

Single - Released September 22, 2023