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
The "game" is a ritualistic drama featuring dancers in elaborate masks and costumes representing goats ( capra ) and the stag ( cerbul ). 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. To understand or perform (The Game of the
