Self-Accompaniment in Hindustani Vocal Performance: A Study of Musical Instrument Use in Sri Lanka
Abstrak
This research investigated the habitual integration of musical instruments in vocal stage performances, focusing on how self-accompaniments influences technical performance, confidence and artistic execution. The study examined the complex reasons for using instruments such as harmonium, tanpura and swarmandal in Hindustani music. It utilized qualitative data gathered from professional classical vocalists and music educators within the Sri Lankan context. Key findings reveal that self-accompaniment serves not only as a pedagogical and expressive tool, also as a source of psychological comfort and personal identity for performers. Furthermore, the impact of musical idols and stage dynamics significantly shapes the development of these performance habits. This paper contributes to ongoing discussions in music pedagogy and performance psychology, emphasizing the evolving and multidimensional role of instruments in vocal artistry.
Penulis (1)
Geethika Abeysekara
Akses Cepat
- Tahun Terbit
- 2025
- Bahasa
- en
- Sumber Database
- CrossRef
- DOI
- 10.30819/5987.01
- Akses
- Open Access ✓