W.D. Amaradeva

Born: 1927-12-05

Died: 2016-11-03

Known For: Sound

Biography

Sri Lankabhimanya Wannakuwattawaduge Don Albert Perera (5 December 1927 – 3 November 2016), better known by his adopted name W. D. Amaradeva, was a prominent Sri Lankan vocalist, violinist, and composer. Widely cited as the "Maestro of Sri Lankan Music," he is celebrated for creating a uniquely Sinhalese musical style by blending Indian ragas with traditional Sri Lankan folk music. His innovative approach laid the foundation for the local classical song genre known as "Sarala Gee".

Filmography

1981

Aradhana ... (Music Director)

1979

Muwan Pelessa ... (Playback Singer)

1978

The Girls ... (Music)

1970

Thun Man Handiya ... (Music)

1969

Silence of the Heart ... (Playback Singer)

1967

The Yellow Robe ... (Music)

1966

Between Two Worlds ... (Playback Singer)

1963

Changes in the Village ... (Original Music Composer)

1962

Island of Treasures ... (Music)