Sangeeth Nipun Herath Mudiyanselage Sanath Nandasiri was a Sri Lankan singer, musician, music director, composer, and playback singer. He was the Chancellor of the University of the Visual and Performing Arts in Sri Lanka.
Who was Sanath Nandasiri? Veteran singer and musician dead at age 81
Prof. Sanath Nandasiri, a veteran singer, musician, and composer known as ‘Sangeeth Nipun,’ died today after a long illness. At the time of his death, he was 81 years old.
Fans, fellow artists, and members of the Sri Lankan public have expressed their regret and condolences on the news of Sanath Nandasiri’s death. Several people have praised him for his talent, commitment to his art, and contributions to the country’s cultural legacy.
He returned to Sri Lanka in 1965, joined the radio, and began his singing career. On September 7, 1967, he was accepted into the Government Institute of Music and began teaching at Uhana Maha Vidyalaya in Ampara. Afterward, he applied for the post of University Lecturer but was not invited for an interview.