St Philip Band concludes the year-long celebrations to mark the 160th anniversary of its foundation with a grand concert at the Monte Kristo Estates in Ħal Farruġ on Saturday.
The band will be playing two new musical compositions made especially for the occasion.
The first is the cantata Filep with music by maestro Ray Sciberras and lyrics by the late Frans Sammut.
This will be followed by the oratorio San Filep – Sebħ Aġġira, composed by band director Mro Richard Bugeja who also wrote the lyrics.
• The concert starts at 7 p.m. Entrance is free of charge and those attending are requested to be seated by 6.45 p.m. More information may be obtained online: www.bandasanfilep.com.mt.