The programme opens with the shimmering elegance of Tchaikovsky’s Pas de Deux from The Nutcracker, setting a magical atmosphere that carries through the night. From there, the concert unfolds through some of the most cherished arias and duets in the repertoire, including Puccini’s heartfelt moments from La Bohème, Delibes’ exquisite Flower Duet, Bizet’s iconic Habanera, and the triumphant splendour of Nessun Dorma.Musical theatre adds its own expressive richness, with highlights from The Phantom of the Opera, Evita, West Side Story, and Les Misérables, each offering a different shade of drama, tenderness, and uplift. The programme also embraces the passionate colours of the Mediterranean with Granada, ’O Sole Mio, and Torna a Surriento, alongside the serene beauty of Massenet’s Méditation.As the evening turns toward the heart of the season, traditional carols and sacred works bring a sense of reflection and reverence. Ninni la tibkix iżjed, Amazing Grace, Panis Angelicus, Gesù Bambino, and Silent Night invite moments of stillness and shared contemplation. The celebration concludes in true operatic style with Verdi’s effervescent Brindisi, raising a musical toast to joy, togetherness, and the spirit of Christmas.MusiciansViolin - Stefan Calleja, Emilia Wiśniewska, Roberta Attard, Valhmor Montfort, Kristina BesmanViola - Matthew Fenech, Aiveen Gallagher Piano - Elaine Mercieca Cello - Desirée Calleja Double Bass - Abbey Grech SingersSoprano - Gillian Zammit, Dorothy Bezzina, Marita BezzinaBoy soprano – Jamie SciberrasTenor - Alan Sciberras, Cliff Zammit StevensThe Choir of the School of Visual and Performing Arts
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