Sandu picked up his violin and played a few bars of a familiar melody—the soul of Copiii-s averea .
One day, a wealthy merchant stopped his carriage at Sandu’s gate. The merchant looked at the old man’s calloused hands and simple clothes. "Old man," the merchant said, "you have played for the greatest families, yet you have no gold, no marble fences, and no fine horses. Do you not regret having so little wealth?"
The merchant looked confused. "But they cost you money! They eat your bread and wear out their shoes." Ionut de la Campia Turzii-Copii-s averea
Here is a short, helpful story inspired by the message of the song: The Treasure of the Old Luthier
"You see these children?" Sandu asked, gesturing to the circle of life surrounding him. "Every night, I sleep soundly because I am the richest man in the valley." Sandu picked up his violin and played a
Ionut de la Campia Turzii’s song (Children are the Wealth) is more than just a melody; it is a heartfelt tribute to the most valuable "treasure" a person can own.
Just as Ionut de la Campia Turzii sings, money comes and goes, but children are the only "wealth" that grows more precious with every passing year. They are the true legacy that no amount of money can buy. "Old man," the merchant said, "you have played
Sandu smiled, laid down his violin, and whistled toward the garden. Suddenly, the air was filled with laughter. Three young boys came running from the orchard, clothes stained with cherry juice, followed by two girls carrying baskets of fresh flowers. Behind them came Sandu’s eldest son, holding a newborn.