Hora de la Nord is a traditional Moldovan folk dance and musical form. The hora is a circle dance popular in Romania and Moldova, often performed at weddings and celebrations. The "de la Nord" (from the North) designation suggests this particular melody originates from the northern region of Moldova. Orchestra Lăutarii is one of Moldova's most famous folk music ensembles, specializing in traditional lautărească music. The accordion transcription reflects the instrument's importance in Balkan and Moldovan folk music.