Selected books, monographs, and scholarly writings — across six disciplines.
Academic research and peer-reviewed works
A comprehensive historical study on the social factors that shaped musical memory in Sinhalese society.
Ethnomusicological documentation and analysis of Sinhalese musical forms.
Tracing the circulation of musical practices across social strata.
An exploration of Baila music and its place in Sri Lankan cultural history.
Fieldwork and recordings documenting Vedda musical practices.
A critical look at capitalism's effects on cultural production.
Methodological reflections on measuring musicality in social groups.
A theoretical inquiry into what is excluded from mainstream symphonic narratives.
Reflections on art, music, and thought
A mythic re-reading of Ravana as a musician-protagonist.
Essays tying musical motifs to myth-making processes.
Collected studies on mythic narratives and sound.
Writings on Sri Lankan culture and identity
Practical guidance for teachers and listeners on curating musical exposure.
A curriculum module for using sound and music in social-emotional learning.
Life narratives and memoir
A critical study of Sunil Santha and his influence on the Sri Lankan soundscape
A biography of Clarence and his influence on Sinhala pop music.
A historical overview of Sinhala film music and its evolution from songs to cinematic scores.
Ethnographic and anthropological studies
An exploration into prehistoric singing practices attributed to Balangodensis populations.
An analysis of patterns and instruments inferred from archaeological sites.
Stories and books for young readers
A collection of folk tales adapted for young readers with lively illustrations.
Short stories drawn from village oral traditions, retold for children.