Esplanade Presents

Music

Dari Sudut Hati, Habsah Hassan

ORKESTRA TRADISIONAL MALAYSIA - SOUNDS OF MALAYSIA, Salamiah Hassan, Dato’ Jamal Abdillah, Rahimah Rahim, Sufie Rashid, Rahila Rashun, Arish & GTS (Malaysia/Singapore)

2 May 2025, Fri, 8pm

1hr 30mins

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade Concert Hall

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Synopsis

With a masterful command of language and the ability to evoke powerful emotions, legendary lyricist Habsah Hassan has made an immense contribution to the Malay music scene. The songs she penned over her career have transcended generations, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of listeners of all ages, cementing her as a cornerstone of Malay musical heritage. 

 

Whether it is the quiet ache of Merisik Khabar or the spirited call to unity in Cinta Nusantara, Habsah delicately crafts songs that serve as windows into the unique facets of the human experience, capturing emotions with grace and precision. 

 

Her collaborations with legendary composers and some of the most recognisable voices in Malay music have propelled her to the forefront of the scene, making her one of the most respected and beloved figures in the industry. 

 

With music by ORKESTRA TRADISIONAL MALAYSIA - SOUNDS OF MALAYSIA and performances by Salamiah Hassan, Dato’ Jamal Abdillah, Rahimah Rahim, Sufie Rashid, Rahila Rashun, Arish and GTS, Dari Sudut Hati, Habsah Hassan is a tribute concert that honours her exceptional legacy, reflecting the lasting impact of her work and the enduring power of her songs, crafted over the course of five remarkable decades. 

Accessibility

Assistive Listening

Admission Age:
6 and above.
Language: Malay
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Artist Information

Habsah Hassan

Habsah Hassan is a celebrated Malay lyricist whose career spans over five decades, with more than 1,000 songs to her name. Known for her poetic storytelling and emotional depth, she has collaborated with iconic artists like Sudirman, Zaiton Sameon, and Siti Nurhaliza. Amongst other awards that she has earned across the years, her extraordinary contributions were recognised in 2021 when she received the Anugerah Sepanjang Hayat (Lifetime Achievement Award) at the Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian, cementing her as a legend in the Malay music scene. 

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Assistive Listening

Assistive listening system is available for this venue. Hearing aid users with a Telecoil-enabled programme can benefit from the system provided. Please arrive at the venue 30 min before the performance so we can assist with the setup.

Date & Time

Assistive Listening

2 May 2025, Fri

8pm

Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets & Prices
Standard

Students, NSFs & Seniors
(Limited)

PWD
(Limited)
Cat 1 $100 - $24
Cat 2 $70 - $24
Cat 3 $50 $40 $24
Cat 4 $30 $24 $24

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