Title
Jealousy - Tango
Year/Period
1955
Region
India
Object Type
Material
Technique
Dimension
Object size: 25.0 x 25.0 x 0.2 cm
Accession No.
2014-01103
Collection of
Credit Line
Gift of Harry Ho Tiang Kee & Lily Wee Peng Neo in memory of Mr Wee Whatt Beng
The songs here were performed by the Royal Air Force Dance orchestra. These songs were recorded by Decca record company. Decca record company was established in 1929. Music from England and America were gaining popularity amongst Peranakans in Singapore and the Straits during the early 20th century. Musical bands and troupes were formed during this period and they would perform at celebratory occasions organized by Peranakans such as birthdays and weddings.
