the cavaquinho is like a four stringed uke
I would say its the other way round, as i learned long time ago.The four stringed Ukelele is practically like the Cavaquinho, or Braguinha ( from Braga, where is still considerably produced ). I would say that both Uke and Kroncong had the same origin, one more modified by nationals than the other, as you observed. However and considering you are within these things, i tell you i wonder how this instrument was the base for actual fado, considering nowadays the backing instrument is a twelve stringed unique shaped guitar, the cavaquinho having a more generic folk music, and also performing in popular "orchestras" of fifty or more of this (only) instrument. I know fado had different stages and styles, like a just ended version of crying out loud "real dramatic" stories in the streets, selling the story printed panphlet, and expecting people's tips. Either the ( male ) musician or ( female ) singer were often blind people.
But i am diverting ... i better stop now.
regards
fernando
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