About Gambang kromong
Gambang kromong is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of orchestra and music of Indonesia.
From Wikipedia
Gambang kromong is a traditional orchestra of Betawi people which is a blend of gamelan, Western music and Chinese-style pentatonic base tones. Gambang kromong is closely associated with the Chinese Betawi community, especially the Chinese Peranakan, most of whom originated in southern Fujian. It was popular in the 1930s.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Gambang kromong.
- ↑ orchestra
- ↑ music of Indonesia
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gambang kromong?
Gambang kromong is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of orchestra and music of Indonesia.