Hakgediya
The hakgediya is a type of
chordophones
respectively).
Performance Rituals
The hakgediya is not used to perform
melodic variation or to be the main instrument in the ritualistic pice. The variance found in the notes emitted by the hakgediya is in dynamic range (volume), as the player can choose to blow soft or loud, with a sharp or smooth attack, sustain, decay and release.[3] In traditional Buddhist art music rituals, the main instruments are the drums pertaining to the Avanaddha category, the hakgediya is more of an accompaniment. This has to do with the Sri-Lankan belief that rhythm emanates from Brahma
's teeth clashing.
The hakgediya is used in the ritual in honor of the
Sangha
), right after chanting the Astakas, Sahali, and Curnikas which ensures blessings to all Gods. After the blessings, the hakgediya is blown three times in three cycles, along with auspicious drumming.
References
- ^ Monks, Priests and Peasants. Brill Archive
- JSTOR 851337.
- ^ "Manoj Peiris - Hakk Gediya". YouTube. March 8, 2010.
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