The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra performed a musical concert at the Ghajnsielem Parish Church playing a diverse selection of musical pieces to reach all music tastes. The concert started at 7.30pm and was well attended by the Ghajnslemizi. This event was part of a series of concerts in various halls in Malta and Gozo aimed to help people who would have otherwise not had the opportunity to attend orchestral concerts, to appreciate the beauty of the world of classical music. The orchestra was led by Musical Director Mro. Michael Laus.

The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra (Maltese: Orkestra Filarmonika Nazzjonali) is the national symphony orchestra of Malta. It was founded in 1968 and was originally known as the Manoel Theatre Orchestra, where it was in residence for both opera productions and orchestral concerts. In September 1997 the orchestra became an independent body and was officially named as Malta's national orchestra.

Programme

Mendelssohn Paulus, Overture

Haydn The seven last Words on the Cross Introduzzione & Terremoto

Mozart Ave Verum

Handel arr. Michael Laus

Charles Camilleri Sarabande

Biblical Dances

Bach/Stokowski Toccata and Fugue in D minor
 

A recording of this concert will be aired on Radju Lauretana
during the Easter schedule