Stoian was known for his upbeat party songs and traditional doinas, often collaborating with other folk stars like and Niculina Stoican . Some of his most popular tracks include: "I-Auzi, Lume Lume" "Toate, Cu Drag, Le-Am Facut" "La Craiova-n Targul Mare" "Mândrulița mea prejneană"
He was a prominent soloist for this Târgu-Jiu based professional ensemble for a decade.
He remains a beloved figure in Romania, frequently remembered through tribute concerts and memorial groups. Petrica Matu Stoian: albums, songs, concerts | Deezer Petrica Stoian Matu
Originally from the area in Mehedinți County, Stoian spent decades performing traditional Romanian music. His career was defined by his work with two major artistic ensembles:
He later joined the "Maria Tănase" Professional Ensemble in Craiova, where he remained a key figure until his retirement shortly before his death. Notable Works and Style Stoian was known for his upbeat party songs
He died at the Reșița County Emergency Hospital due to complications following a COVID-19 infection. An autopsy revealed he suffered from severe bronchopneumonia, septic shock, and pre-existing heart conditions, including mitral regurgitation and heart failure.
Petrică Mâțu Stoian passed away on at the age of 61. Petrica Matu Stoian: albums, songs, concerts | Deezer
Outside of music, he was an entrepreneur who managed his own and orchard. Death and Legacy