The Mardijkers of Batavia – The music of the Keroncong Tugu Band

Posted on September 18, 2017 by ianburnet

For those who like some of the best of keroncong music, follow the link to various performances of the Keroncong Tugu Band:

For all SeaTrekkers, don’t forget to watch the Medley Ambon as it will will bring back white waves of nostalgia

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1 Response to The Mardijkers of Batavia – The music of the Keroncong Tugu Band

  1. Randall Rutledge says:
    September 25, 2017 at 7:53 am

    This music is so reminiscent to the Ranchera music of Mexico made famous by the mariachi bands of Jalisco State. I now need to buy a CD of Keroncong Tugu music! Thanks for sharing Ian.

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