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Keroncong Rindu
10 Oct (Sat)
Esplanade Presents
Secawan Kopi: Keroncong Rindu
by Sri Mahligai
Singapore
Sample Songs
| Bengawan Solo - | Click here to Listen |
| Edward Zapata - | Click here to Listen |
Come and enjoy the soothing sounds of these laidback Keroncong pieces that call to mind swaying palm trees and island living, not unlike the distinct sounds of the Hawaiian Hula.
The music of keroncong originated and grew in Java through the influence of Portuguese melodies and stringed instruments such as the ukelele. Initially an art form adopted by the commoners, it has now become a classically Indonesian musical genre often associated with the casual and easy-paced island life of Java and the Malay Peninsula.
While many young people now consider keroncong as old-fashioned folk music, there have been efforts by several local groups to revive and modernise the sound by adding electric guitars, keyboards and drums. Sri Mahligai, Singapore's top Malay traditional band, is respected and much sought after locally for their dedication to preserve and develop Malay traditional music. They have also performed overseas in folk and music festivals to introduce their brand of Malay traditional music to a larger audience.
Specially featured in this concert is Ms Julie Sudiro, a renowned Malaysian singer who has roots in a family of artistic talents. Julie started singing in her school days, dabbling in all music genres including keroncong and jazz, in both Malay and English. She has performed internationally, in countries and cities of South East Asia, South America and Europe. However, she found her niche as a keroncong vocalist with a loyal following in both Singapore and Malaysia.
Songs are performed in Malay.
Esplanade Recital Studio, 8pm
(90mins, no intermission)
Ticket Prices: $18
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