My favorite drum

 Among the great cultural heritages that enrich the Hela Kalaketha, I love the Gataberaya the most. I really like playing the Gataberaya. Gataberaya can be called the lifeblood of the Kandyan dance tradition. This is not just a instrument, but a symbol of our pride.


The rhythm of the Gataberaya adds a strange energy to my life. I cannot describe in words the mental satisfaction. I get from playing it with perfect control of the letter patterns of the " Thath, Jith, Thon, Nan". Because of Gataberaya I was able to secure third place in the Northwestern Provincial Level Solo Female "Magulbera" playing competition at the 2023 All Ceylon School Dance Competition. The victory is an unforgettable achievement in my school life. Because I wasn't very good at playing the Gataberaya. But I am happy to have achieved such an achievement through the training I received in a short period of time.


   My future hope is to further develop the art of Gataberaya and take our local art to the world.

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