Nicolae Neacșu (1924, in Isaccea, Tulcea – 3 September 2002, in Clejani, Giurgiu) was a Romanian lăutar, an important member of the Taraf de Haïdouks, a well-known Romani band from Clejani, Romania. He was considered to be one of the best Romani violinists in the world.[1] His main disciple was Gheorghe "Caliu" Anghel, who still plays in the Taraf de Haïdouks.

Nicolae Neacșu
Born1924 (1924)
Isaccea, Tulcea
OriginClejani, Romania
DiedSeptember 2002 (aged 77–78)
Clejani, Giurgiu
Occupation(s)Lăutar, violinist
InstrumentViolin
Formerly ofTaraf de Haïdouks

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  1. ^ Cartwright, Garth (2002-09-16). "Obituary: Nicolae Neacsu". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 2008-01-16.
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