Sad News, Songwriter Harry Sabar Dies At 67 Years Old

JAKARTA - Sad news has approached the Indonesian music scene, senior musician Harry patience Tobing reportedly passed away today, Friday, December 29. He died at the age of 67.

The musician's death was confirmed by senior journalist Dion Momongan through his Facebook account.

#RestinPeace Abang HARRY SABAR TOBING. Born Jakarta, May 5, 1956," wrote Dion Momongan.

Harry Sabar's cause of death was not explained. However, he is known to have suffered from disease in recent years.

Meanwhile, Harry is patiently known as a pianist as well as songwriter and music illustrator for films. He became known when his work was included in the Prembors Youth Song Creation Competition in 1978.

Harry Sabar wrote many songs that were widely known to the Indonesian people of his time, one of which was the theme song for Catatan Si Boy.

Before returning to the Creator, Harry was also known as one of the people who often spoke up regarding violations of economic rights and moral rights for songwriters. He admitted that many of his songs were sung by people without permission.