An Analytical Study of the Identity Characteristics of Sinhala Seepada Singing Style

Abstract

There is a great deal of interest and investigation into the classification of folk songs in the world today. Folk musicologists use a variety of methods to accomplish this. This classification primarily uses its context, the place where folk songs are sung, and the meaning of those poems. Investigations have revealed that Sri Lanka has also been particularly interested in this classification since 1960s. To that end, they have used the meaning of folk poetry and the occasions in which it is sung. What we are trying to introduce here is a classification that can be used according to the melody of folk songs. As a result, the “Seepada” singing style can be introduced. “Seepada” can be described as having been created with unique features. This article will investigate its identification and distinctive features.