The Music of Vivaldi and more

The Music of Vivaldi… and more

Tuesday 18th November  2014 at 12:30pm

 

A violin and cello duo will be performing a programme of an exquisite repertoire of music.  The Italian violinist Klara Nazaj and Hungarian-born Akos Kertesz (cello), a very talented duo,  will be performing music by some of the world’s greatest composers:, Vivaldi, Handel and the greatest Baroque composer, J.S.Bach. 

The programme includes Vivaldi’s “Sonata per violin e basso op.2 no.4 – preludio, allemande, sarabanda, corrente” and Handel’s “Rejouissance – Le Paix; Hornpipe” and Bach’s “Gavotte from the 1st English Suite”.  They will also be performing Pleyel’s “Duetto no 2” and Dancla’s “Variations on themes from Don Giovanni”.

The baroque Oratory was originally the friars’ refectory.  Over the years, it had been transformed into an oratory, hence it is beautifully adorned by magnificent baroque paintings, an elaborate gilded altarpiece and monks’ benches. The oratory is usually closed to the public and the lunchtime concerts are a wonderful way to visit and enjoy the beautiful chapel.  Presently it is hosting weekly music recitals every Tuesday, showcasing some of the best musicians performing on the island. 

The events are also fund raising events for the Franciscan Church, which is undergoing restoration. Tickets for the lunchtime concerts, costing 8 euro, can be obtained from the venue itself half an hour before the concert begins. For more details phone 7968 0952 or email: baroccomalta@gmail.