The Kaffirs of Sri Lanka are Catholics, and their ‘traditional’ language is Portuguese Creole. Their music remains heavily influenced by Portuguese and African forms, and many occasionally sing and dance what is known as kaffrinja, the most direct roots of today’s baila. Dompe Ayah 27 January 2011 By Feizal Samath Today’s baila is a centuries-long mishmash of Spanish, Portuguese, African and Sri Lankan music. http://himalmag.com/component/content/article/3627-dompe-ayah.html
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