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The music typically follows a 2/4 beat, characteristic of Moldavian/Bucovinian dance music, often led by a violin and accordion.

To understand or perform (The Game of the Goats and the Stag) by Marius Zgâianu , it is helpful to look at its roots in the winter traditions of the Bucovina region. This folk piece is part of the traditional masks' games performed during New Year's Eve celebrations in Romania. Overview of the Performance marius_zgaianu_jocul_caprelor_si_a_cerbului

Phrases like "Ța, ța, ța, capră căpriță" are rhythmic commands used to make the goat mask's jaw clapper snap. The music typically follows a 2/4 beat, characteristic

The "game" is a ritualistic drama featuring dancers in elaborate masks and costumes representing goats ( capra ) and the stag ( cerbul ). characteristic of Moldavian/Bucovinian dance music