Beyond chops

The highly talented classical guitarist Ulrich Rasche (left) – brought to Malta under the auspices of the German Embassy – will this evening be delighting the audience at the Bir Miftuħ Festival with works by Bach, Weiss and Reusner.

Mr Rasche specialises in baroque music. Until 1995 he lectured at the Music School in Stein and has been an independent music teacher in Ansbach since 1987.

He has given numerous solo concerts in Germany, France, Austria and The Netherlands and has performed with different prominent chamber music ensembles.

He participated in projects involving literature and acting primarily at the State Theatre of the Federal State of Lower Saxony, Hanover. He is the Director of Art at the International Guitar Concerts in Ansbach, Germany.

Mr Rasche also plays the electric and acoustic guitar and has a long time experience in performing with rock, soul and jazz bands. To his credit, he has many co-productions of his own music in co-operation with the Bayrischer Rundfunk (Bavarian Broadcasting).

This evening’s recital at the mediaeval chapel of Santa Marija ta’ Bir Miftuħ starts at 8 p.m.

• Tickets may be obtained from the offices of Din l-Art Ħelwa by phone on 2122 0358/ 2122 5952 or by e-mail: info@dinlarthelwa.org

Visual Arts

Till June 16
6:6 Collective
An exhibition of never-seen-before works by six emerging and six established Maltese contemporary at Lily Agius Gallery, 54, Cathedral Street Sliema.

The are Anton Grech, Austin Camilleri, Elisa Von Brockdorff, Emanuel Bonnici, George Eynaud, John Paul Azzopardi, Mariam De Giorgio, Nobert Francis Attard, Pierre Por­telli, Raphael Vella, Ritty Tacsum and Ruth Bianco.

Till June 24
Steve McCurry Photographic Exhibition
Best known for his evocative colour photography, Steve McCurry, in the finest documentary tradition, captures the essence of human struggle and joy. He has searched and found the unforgettable; many of his images have become modern icons.

A selection of his images will be showing at St James Cavalier from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Till June 30
Peasant Costumes: Insights into Rural Life and Society
An exhibition of popular attire and their pictorial representations in late 18th, 19th and early 20th century Gozo, which explores the historical context and production processes and materials for peasants’ dress.

Showing at the Ministry for Gozo, St Francis Square, Victoria. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Till June 30
A Cross-Section of My Art Life 2
Mary Clare Albanozzo is holding an art exhibition at her studio at 51A, Tigné Street, Sliema. Open every day. For private viewing call on 2137 1345/9988 1197 or e-mail clarealbanozzo@gmail.com

Till July 29
Metal Magic: Spanish Treasures from the Khalili Collections
A selection of works from the Khalili Collections is showing at the Grand Salon of the National Museum of Archaeology.

Till July 31
S come sono, e come sarò
An art exhibition by Luciano Schifano organised by the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce as part of the celebrations to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the society.

At Palazzo de La Salle, 219, Republic Street, Valletta. Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.; Saturdays from 8a.m. to 12 p.m. Entrance is free.

Concerts/Music

Today
MPO Baroque Concert Series
J S Bach’s Concerto for Flute, Violin and Harpsichord in A Minor is being delivered by Malta National Orchestra members Nadia Debono (violin), Rebecca Hall (flute) and Michael Laus (harpsichord) today at Robert Samut Hall, Floriana at 7.30 p.m.

Today
Musical legacy
A musico-literary evening commemorating Claude Debussy and Jules Massenet is being held at St Theresa College, Mrieħel at 6 p.m.

Performing Arts

Today, tomorrow
Ghost Writer
Following the success of the opening performances, DnA Theatre Productions and FM Theatre Productions have extended the run for David Tristram’s Ghost Writer.

Ghost Writer has reunited producers/actors Alan Montanaro and Edward Mercieca on stage once again after a number of years

Joining Mr Montanaro and Mr Mercieca for this comedy thriller are Denise Mulholland, Marika Fenech, Taryn Butler and Stefan Farrugia. The play is directed by Polly March.

Ghost Writer is being staged at St James Cavalier. Performances start at 8 p.m.

Other

Tomorrow
Band march in Valletta
The King’s Own Philharmonic Society of Valletta will execute a band march from Republic Street at 8 p.m. on the feast of St Augustine being celebrated in Valletta on Sunday.

Tomorrow and Sunday
Completion of restoration works on Ħamrun dome
The parishioners, the public and the benefactors are invited to an open day to see from close quarters the completed restoration works at St Cajetan parish church before dismantling the scaffolding on which all the works were done.

Ushers will be guiding visitors tomorrow between 9.30 a.m. and 1 p.m. and on Sunday between 9.45 and 11 a.m.
Those interested are to give their particulars at the parish office. Civil authorities were also invited.

Feasts

Sunday
St Augustine, Valletta; Holy Trinity, Marsa; Our Lady of Fatima, Gwardamanġa; St Joseph, Għaxaq; St Anthony, Għajnsielem

Useful contacts

St James Cavalier
Tel: 2122 3200
E-mail: info@sjcav.org
www.sjcav.org

Manoel Theatre
Tel: 2124 6389
bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt
www.manoeltheatre.com.mt

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