Luminaria (Malta Philharmonic Orchestra Concert)

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Description

Simon Schembri – Soloist
Alan Chircop – Conductor

Programme
Charles Camilleri: Maltese Dances
Joaquin Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez
John Galea: Ġgantija Suite
Felix Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Incidental Music

The MPO directed by Alan Chircop presents a sublime concert showcasing Maltese heritage and folklore, history and myth. The programme includes captivating works by celebrated Maltese composers, Charles Camilleri’s tribute to folk music Maltese Dances and John Galea’s evocative symphonic poem Ġgantija Suite. Featured is also Rodrigo’s elegant Concierto de Aranjuez featuring guitarist Simon Schembri. An exquisite selection of Mendelssohn’s entrancing incidental music A Midsummer Night’s Dream transports the audience into Shakespeare’s magical world.