The Gaulitanus Choir

The Gaulitanus Choir — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:44:45 +0000

The Fifth “End of Season” Concert 2010

The Gaulitanus Choir — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:36:48 +0000

Yesterday, the 3rd of January 2010, the Gaulitanus Choir started off its twentieth anniversary by presenting its fifth "End of Season Concert", at the Exhibition Hall in St. Francis Square. People filled the hall to capacity so much so that no were available. Even so, more people continued to arrive for the concert. In order to accomodate the guests chairs had to be borrowed from the nearby St. Francis church and placed att he back of the hall and in the aisle.

The soloists singing "A Child in a manger"

The first part of this concert’s programme consisted of a medley of Christmas Carols from the British Isles, sung by the Choir’s soloists. Tenor Fabian Galea started the concert of with a "Sussex Carol," Soprano Maria Grech Magro continued with "Here we come a-wassailing" and Soprano Charlene Borg sung "A little town of Betlehem". Tenor Joseph Calleja continued with "In the bleak mid-winter" followed by "The holly and the ivy" by mezzo-soprano Patricia Buttigieg. Soprano Annabelle Zammit then sung "Out of your sleep" followed by "O men from the fields" sung by Soprano Maria Meilak. Mezzo-Soprano Marthese Borg then sung "A Ney Year carol" and followed by soprano Josianne Callus who sung "Sans Day Carol". The first part of this concert was a Celtic traditional carol "Child in a manger" which was sung by all the soloists.

The Choir singing the Christmas Cantata

The second part of the concert was "Reminiscenes of "A ceremony of Carols" played by Mro. Josef Debrincat on the clarinet and Mro. Stephen Attard on the piano.

This was followed by Geoffrey Bush’s "A Christmas Cantata" in nine movements sung by the choir, with the solo part sung by soprano Stephanie Portelli.

Throughout this concert, both the soloists and the choir were accompanied by clarinettist Mro Joseph Debrincat and the pianist Mro. Stephen Attard and conducted by Mro. Colin Attard.

After the concert the guests were treated to a free glass of wine. However an ad hoc collection in aid of the community chest fund was organised from which the choir raised one hundred and sixty six euros.

The Gaulitanus Choir sings at L-Istrina event at Independence Square

The Gaulitanus Choir — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 22:39:32 +0000

The Gaulitanus Choir at the L-Istrina event at the Independence Square, Victoria

The charitable event "L-Istrina" has now become a fixed event on Gozo’s cultural calendar.

This year’s edition of this annual charity event was held under the marquee at the Independence Square, Victoria on the 26th December 2009 - or Boxing Day as it is known.

The Gaulitanus Choir also gave its share towards the success of this year’s edition of this charitable event by singing Christmas Carols at its allotted slot. The choir went on stage at 8.00 p.m. and sung till 8.30 p.m.

The Gaulitanus Choir at L-Istrina ’09 Event

The choir was, as usual, directed by its conductor Mro. Colin Attard.

The choir was accompanied on the keyboard by the choir’s resident organist, Mro. Stephen Attard.

For this event the choir were also accompanied by Jean Noel Attard who filled in on the violin.

The choir wishes to inform that it has the "Gaulitanus at Christmas" CD for sale. This will make a perfect gift for your friends and loved ones at this Yuletide Season.

Cover of the "*Gaulitanus at Christmas*" CD

This CD is Copies at Euro 12 each may be obtained either from

* D’Amato Record Shop in Valletta,

* leading stationeries in Gozo or

* ordered directly by email info@gaulitanus .com or

* by phoning on 21560200 or 99258592

Gaulitanus at Bethlemem Village in Ghajnsielem

The Gaulitanus Choir — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:57:10 +0000

The choir singing at Betlehem village, Ghajnsielem

Last Sunday the Gaulitanus Choir continued with its Yuletide season schedule with its participation at the Bethlehem village at Ghajnsielem.

The choir, directed by its musical director, Mro. Colin Attard, performed a variety of Christmas songs for just over an hour.

The choir singing at Betlehem Village at Ghajnsielem

As usual the choir was accompanied by its resident organist Mro. Stephen Attard.

The Gaulitanus has got two important appointments to keep this coming weekend!It’s next appointment will again be at Ghajnsielem next Saturday at 10.00 am when the choir will be singing at the ordination mass of Fra Stephen Magro who’s being ordained deacon at St. Anthony Church.

After the Gaulitanus choir’s successful program on the 8th of December, the administration of the Arkadia has invited the Gaulitanus to give another performance there.

This performance will be held next Sunday at 11.00am.

Cover of the Gaulitanus At Christmas CD

The choir wishes to inform that it has the "Gaulitanus at Christmas" CD for sale. This will make a perfect gift for your loved ones and friends this Christmas.

Copies at Euro 12 each may be obtained either from

* D’Amato Record Shop in Valletta,

* leading stationeries in Gozo or

* ordered directly by email info@gaulitanus .com or

* by phoning on 21560200 or 99258592

The Gaulitanus Choir sings at the Arkadia Shopping Complex in Victoria

The Gaulitanus Choir — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:02:29 +0000

The Gaulitanus singing at the Arkadia Shopping Complex

Yesterday morning the Gaulitanus Choir continued with its very impeniative Yuletide season schedule with its participation at the Arkadia Shopping Complex Foyer in Victoria.

The choir, directed by its musical director, Mro. Colin Attard, performed a variety of Christmas songs for just over an hour.

The choir was accompanied by its resident organist Mro. Stephen Attard.

The Gaulitanus next appointment will be next Sunday at 4.00 pm when the choir will participate at the Christmas Village in Ghajnsielem.

Cover of the Gaulitanus At Christmas CD

The choir wishes to inform that it has the "Gaulitanus at Christmas" CD for sale. This will make a perfect gift for your loved ones and friends this Christmas.

Copies at Euro 12 each may be obtained either from

* D’Amato Record Shop in Valletta,

* leading stationeries in Gozo or

* ordered directly by email info@gaulitanus .com or

* by phoning on 21560200 or 99258592.

The Gaulitanus Choir participates at the Nadur Christmas Market

The Gaulitanus Choir — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:24:05 +0000

The Gaulitanus singing in the Big Tent erected in Nadur

Yesterday evening the Gaulitanus Choir continued with its impeniative Yuletide season schedule with its participation at the Christmas Village in Nadur.

The choir, directed by its musical director Mro. Colin Attard, performed a variety of Christmas songs for just over an hour.

The choir was accompanied by its resident organist, Mro. Stephen Attard.

Cover of the Gaulitanus At Christmas CD

The choir wishes to inform that it has the "Gaulitanus at Christmas" CD for sale. This will make a perfect gift for your loved ones and friends this Christmas.

Copies at Euro 12 each may be obtained either from

* D’Amato Record Shop in Valletta,

* leading stationeries in Gozo or

* ordered directly by email info@gaulitanus .com or

* by phoning on 21560200 or 99258592.

Gaulitanus at the Victoria Christmas Village

The Gaulitanus Choir — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:35:01 +0000

The Gaulitanus Choir at the Victoria Christmas Market Concert

The Gaulitanus Choir opened its hefty schedule for this Yuletide season today by participating at the Christmas Village which the Victoria Local Council organized at St. George’s Square.

The choir, directed by its musical director Mro. Colin Attard, performed a variety of Christmas songs for just over an hour.

The choir was the last to perform during this event which ended today.

The Gaulitanus Choir forthcoming commitment is next Saturday evening at the Nadur Christmas Market.

Cover of the Gaulitanus At Christmas CD

The choir wishes to inform that it has the "Gaulitanus at Christmas" CD for sale. This will make a perfect gift for your loved ones and friends this Christmas.

Copies at Euro 12 each may be obtained either from

* D’Amato Record Shop in Valletta,

* leading stationeries in Gozo or

* ordered directly by email info@gaulitanus .com or

* by phoning on 21560200 or 99258592.

A Night with the Musicals at the Cittadella

The Gaulitanus Choir — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:20:09 +0000

Yesterday at 9.00pm, the Gaulitanus Choir presenting "A Night with the Musicals" on the St. John’s Demi-Bastion at the Cittadella. This was organised by the Gozo Culture Council within the Ministry for Gozo as a part of the "Gran Castello Summer Nights" series of events.

The choir interpreted selections from well known musicals such as Lionel Bart’s "Oliver!", Richard Rodger’s "The Sound of Music", Andrew Lloyd Webber’s "The Phantom of the Opera", Michel Schonberg’s "Les Miserables" and Fredrick Lowe’s "My Fair Lady" - which went down very well with the audience.

As is normal, the choir’s soloists: sopranos Stephanie Portelli, Annabelle Zammit, Maria Grech Magro and Margaret Plant, the mezzo-sopranos Marthese Borg and Patricia Buttigieg, Tenors Terry Shaw and Joseph Buttigieg, and bass Darren Vella took a leading part in this concert which also featured as a guest singer the Gozitan-Americal soprano Pamela Agius.

As usual the choir was accompanied by the resident pianist Mro. Stephen Attard and was under the direction of Mro. Colin Attard.

(A photo will be uploaded as soon as it is available!)

Gaulitanus Choir in the “Gran Castello Summer Nights”

The Gaulitanus Choir — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:29:02 +0000

The Gaulitanus choir will present a concert "A Night with the Musicals" - one of a series of events organised by the Gozo Culture Council within the Minitry for Gozo labeled "The Gran castello Summer Nights". The Gaulitanus concert will take place on Wednesday, 22nd July 2009 at 21.00 hours at the St. John Demi-bastion at the Citadel in Victoria.

The Gaulitanus Choir in a similar event at the Pailina Hall, Ta’ Cenc

The choir will interpret selections from well-known musicals such as Lionel Bart’s "Oliver!", Richard Rodgers’s "The Sound of Music", Andrew Lloyd Webber’s "Phantom of the Opera", Michel Schonberg’s "Les Miserables" and Frederick Loewe’s "My Fair Lady".

The concert will feature some of the choir’s soloists, namely sopranos Stephanie Portelli, Annabelle Zammit, Maria Grech Magro and Margaret Plant, mezzo-sopranos Marthese Borg, Tricia Fenech and Patricia Buttigieg, tenors Terry Shaw and Joseph Buttigieg, bass Darren Vella as well as guest Gozitan-American soprano Pamela Agius. As usual the choir will be accompanied by its resident pianist, Stephen Attard and conducted by its founder-director, Mro. Colin Attard.

The light-natured music should be very fit for an open-air summer concert and, while it should appeal to a varied audience, it should also guarantee an enjoyable evening. The general public is invited to attend. Entrance will be free.

Gaulitanus at the Lejlet Lapsi (Notte Gozitana) Festival

The Gaulitanus Choir — Mon, 25 May 2009 18:49:59 +0000

Yesterday the choir animated the 8.15 am mass at Pompei Church as part of the Lejlet Lapsi (Notte Gozitana) Festival.

All the choirs in Gozo were required to sing at a particular church in Victoria or other churches in Gozo. The Gaulitanus choir were the choir chosen to start this event on Sunday 24th May. Fr. Joseph Calleja was the main soloist.