W.D. Amaradeva

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".

Other names:

Don Albert Perera

Gender:

Nam

Birthday:

5 thg 12, 1927

Death:

3 thg 11, 2016

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