Classic Kristang melodies revived for festive season


MELAKA: A passionate cultural activist from the Portuguese Settlement here is bringing back the timeless sounds of Christmas by reviving classic Kristang melodies that once echoed through the ancient quarters of the historical city.

Martin Theseira (pic) said he hopes to rekindle the festive atmosphere in the settlement with traditional Yuletide tunes performed in Kristang, the creole language unique to Melaka’s Eurasian community of Portuguese-Malay descent.

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