The songs on this record are from “The Gondoliers”, a Gilbert & Sullivan comic opera by the London Light Opera Company. This version is recorded by Panachord, a British-based company that began in 1931 and was discontinued by 1939. 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.
