The Bummadiya is the main drum used to accompany dance sequences in this religion of Sri Lanka. This cylindrical drum is covered with the stomach lining of cattle and turned out of wood from Kitul, Coconut, Kohombha, Ehela and Milla trees.

Apr 25, 2018 · The bummadiya is a lot different from the other traditional drums; whereas the bodies of the other drums are made from wood, the bummadiya is created with a clay pot. A thin goatskin is fitted and tightened on the mouth of the pot, and sometimes the pot is painted with motifs for a better finish.

Jun 24, 2019 · Bummadiya is a small water vessel-shaped drum, made by clay and the membrane is made from either goat, monitor lizard or monkey hide. This musical instrument often performed during harvesting festivals.

Apr 15, 2023 · The Bummadiya drum is different from the rest of Sri Lankan drums. It is the only drum that is made of clay pot, unlike other drums that are made of wood. On the mouth or the single opening of the drum, it is covered with either a goat skin, an iguana skin or a monkey skin.

In shape, the Bummadiya is like a water vessel or a clay pot. It is prepared after burning in a kilin. This instrument has only one face and its diameter is between 6 to 8 inches.

In shape, the Bummadiya is like a water vessel or a clay pot. It is prepared after burning in a kiln. This instrument has only one face and its diameter is between 6 to 8 inches. Animal hides (goat, monkey or monitor lizard) are used to cover the face. In Kandyan villages this drum is played while harvesting paddy.

Bummadiya is made with clay in the shape of a 'kala gediya' (a kind of a pot used to carry water). Both the side are made in to 2 apertures and pasted with 2 leather skins. Bummadiya is used in the songs of the farmers when harvesting paddy. This is also called "Kalaham" or "kalaberaya".

Bummadiya: This is the only drum turn out of clay. The single opening is covered with the skin of goat, monkey or iguana. The drum is hung on the shoulder of the player and it is played with both hands. During harvesting, people could be seen playing this drum accompanied by singing.

BUMMADIYA This is the only drum turned out of clay. The single opening is covered with the skin of a monkey, goat or iguana. It is hung on the shoulder of the player and played with both hands. Normally used during harvesting and it is shaped like a pot. HAND RABANA Rabana is about one foot in diameter and is turned out of wood from JAK and MILLA.

Bummadiya: This is the only drum turn out of clay. The single opening is covered with the skin of goat, monkey or iguana. The drum is hung on the shoulder of the player and it is played with both hands. During harvesting, people could be seen playing this drum accompanied by singing.