The third edition of Strings for Christmas is being held today at St Francis church, Victoria, at 7.30pm. Entrance is free but donations collected will go in aid of The Malta Community Chest Fund Foundation.
The aim of the event is to add to the festive atmosphere on Boxing Day while showcasing the richness and versatility of string instruments.
Under the musical direction of Pierre Louis Attard, a string orchestra (leader Marcelline Agius) will perform a programme of seasonal classics such as Sinfonia Pastorale by Emmanuele Galea and A Suite of Carols by Leroy Anderson, alongside other festive pieces from various countries.
The repertoire also includes standard works for strings, such as Haydn’s String Quartet in B-flat major, Hob.III:1 La Chasse.
The concert is organised by the Victoria local council and supported by the Cultural Heritage Directorate within the Ministry for Gozo and Planning.