Legendary Sri Lankan singer and composer Pandit Amaradeva, died in Colombo today following a heart attack. Eighty eight year old Amaradeva was recipient of many international honours including India's Padma Sri award, for his contribution to music.<br/><br/>Sri Lankan government has announced one week of mourning on the death of the Amaradeva. His last rites will be performed on Saturday with full state honours. <br/><br/>The music composer drew inspiration from classical Indian ragas as well as Sri Lanka's own rich traditions of folk music. His contribution to the development of Sinhala music is considered unmatched.