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Natalia Barbu is an outstanding violinist, vocalist, and composer from the Republic of Moldova. Born into a musical family, she began learning the art of playing the violin from a very young age. She received her professional education at the Stefan Neaga Music School and later successfully graduated from the State Conservatory with a major in violin.

Her first rise to fame occurred in 1998 in the city of Mamaia, where she won a competition, marking a key moment in her debut and career. Possessing an impressive vocal range and covering various musical genres from jazz to pop, Natalia became a part of Moldova’s musical heritage.

In 2006, record label Cat Music (Romania) signed a contract with Natalia and released the single “Îngerul meu” (“My Angel”). The song topped the Romanian top 100 for 11 weeks and gained widespread recognition on MTV World.

In 2006, Natalia Barbu was selected as Moldova’s representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2007 with the song “Fight.” Successfully making it through the semi-final on May 10, 2007, she secured the 10th place in the final on May 12, 2007. This appearance drew attention to her exceptional talent and added to her popularity in the music world.

In 2024, Natalia is participating in the national selection for Eurovision in Moldova with the song “In the Middle.”

Since her debut, Natalia has released four studio albums and twenty singles. Despite her active involvement in the creative life of Moldova and Romania, she manages to be a wonderful mother and loving wife. Her concerts continue to inspire fans, and her creative contribution to music makes her a key figure on the musical stage.