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Released in 1971 by Electrecord, the state-owned Romanian record label, this extended play record features Viorica Flintașu, a notable interpreter of traditional music from the Bihor region. The release arrived during a period when Electrecord played a central role in documenting and preserving regional folk motifs under the cultural policies of the era, which often prioritized the promotion of authentic rural traditions for both domestic consumption and institutional record-keeping.

The disc highlights the vocal clarity and stylistic nuance that Flintașu developed through her immersion in local village customs. It was designed to showcase her ability to navigate the complex melodic patterns typical of Bihor folk music. Upon release, the record was well-received by listeners interested in regional ethnography, serving as a significant addition to the archives of Romanian traditional vocal music, emphasizing the singer’s role as a steward of her local heritage.