Fahmi wants to see latest piece of late Ross Ariffin work completed
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil expressed his sadness that his wish for a song by renowned 1990s composer Roslan Ariffin Jamil in conjunction with National Day was not realised but would attempt to get the piece completed.
Fahmi said he conveyed the wish to the late Ross Ariffin last year when he visited the Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) studio where the composer showed extraordinary enthusiasm to return to work despite having suffered several strokes.
He said during the visit, which was accompanied by RTM director-general Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman and RTM music director Datuk Mokhzani Ismail, the late musician also appeared excited to see various types of musical instruments.
"At that time he had several verses (melody) played. We will try to find the song and try to complete it.
"I still remember the words (of the deceased) it's in my head, a song that I hope will be prepared for National Day as a recognition," he told the media when met after visiting the deceased's body at the Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin Hospital, in Kajang on Sunday (Aug 3).
Fahmi, who was impressed by Ross Ariffin's creative spirit, said that the ministry provided a special piano to make it easier for the composer to continue working despite facing health challenges and starting a new life.
"The way he produced music was very unique, he didn't write notes but kept playing. For me, it's a miracle, hopefully the songs he created will continue to be a memory for all of us," he said.
Roslan Ariffin, 63, breathed his last at 5.30pm on Saturday and left behind two children.
The body was buried at the Sungai Kantan Islamic Cemetery in Kajang after the Zohor prayer.
The late Ross Ariffin had composed songs for several popular artists in the country, including Datuk Aishah ( Kemaafan Dendam Yang Terindah ), Fauziah Latiff (Dia), Ning Baizura (Kau dan Aku) and Jaclyn Victor (Ceritera Cinta).
After hearing of the composer's death, Fahmi took to Facebook to share his condolences.
"Uncle Ross was a composer who contributed greatly to the local music industry,' he said in the post.
Fahmi also shared that he had met the late composer on several occasions and described him as a resilient individual despite the many challenges he faced in life.
"He faced a difficult life but remained strong in his journey as an artiste. May his soul be showered with blessings and placed among the righteous,' he said. – Bernama
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