The Phanariote period brought with it a distinct lifestyle characterized by heavy silk garments, elaborate ceremonies, and a musical style influenced by Turkish and Greek court music.
Writers like Anton Pann were instrumental in collecting and preserving these "secular" songs, which were once the soundtrack to the salons of the boyars (nobility). Modern Interpretations Cantec De Fanar
The lyrics often use archaic Romanian, which adds a layer of mystery and timelessness to the performance. The Phanariote period brought with it a distinct