Add/Update Information: Gamil El Aas - Music Composer

Jordanian composer, born on the first day of 1928. He is the first composer in the Arab world to receive the title of “musician” from Britain. He presented beautiful patriotic songs to Jordan. He participated in setting the tunes and soundtracks for a number of TV series and signaling the introductions. He was a member of the Syndicate (Association) of Jordanian Artists. He got married to the Jordanian artist Salwa. His daughter Ruida chose to sing, but stopped. His son Tariq chose the silver screen and works as an announcer. He worked in the radio for 18 years, with many famous figures. He is known for his participation in The Conquerors (1967), and The Bedouin Lover (1963). He died in Amman on 26 September, 2003, after a struggle with illness.