Kroncong

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Kroncong is the name of a ukulele-type instrument and an Indonesian musical style that typically makes use of the kroncong, a flute, and a female singer.

Kroncong music began in the 16th century as sailors brought Portuguese instruments and music to Indonesia. Lower-class citizens, commonly called buaya, adopted the new musical styles. Eventually, they were assimilated by the upper-class citizens. It is now considered old-fashioned folk music by Indonesian youth.