A BRIEF JOURNEY THROUGH THE GLORIOUS HISTORY OF THE
1981
Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit composed a new solemn Hymn for the Good Friday celebration – ‘Invocazzione per Venerdi Santo’.
Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit composed a new solemn Hymn for the Good Friday celebration – ‘Invocazzione per Venerdi Santo’.
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1982
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feasts of Saint Nicholas held in Siggiewi and that of Saint Joseph celebrated in Zebbug. As usual, the Society took part in all the Parish feasts.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feasts of Saint Nicholas held in Siggiewi and that of Saint Joseph celebrated in Zebbug. As usual, the Society took part in all the Parish feasts.
1983
The first annual symphonic concert was held by the l’Unione Philharmonic Society in aid of ‘Id-Dar tal-Providenza’. The Band was under the direction of Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit.
During this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society made its first recording of festive marches, and took part in the feast of Saint Gregory celebrated in Sliema.
1984
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held in S. Agatha’s Auditorium, Rabat.
The first annual symphonic concert was held by the l’Unione Philharmonic Society in aid of ‘Id-Dar tal-Providenza’. The Band was under the direction of Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit.
During this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society made its first recording of festive marches, and took part in the feast of Saint Gregory celebrated in Sliema.
1984
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held in S. Agatha’s Auditorium, Rabat.
1985
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the Good Friday procession which was recorded live by the Public Broadcasting Unit (PBS).
In this same year, an artistic statue of Saint Andrew was made by the well-known artist Chev. Alfred Camilleri Cauchi.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the Good Friday procession which was recorded live by the Public Broadcasting Unit (PBS).
In this same year, an artistic statue of Saint Andrew was made by the well-known artist Chev. Alfred Camilleri Cauchi.
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1986
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in a symphonic concert held at the Peace Laboratory in Hal Far. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Joseph Vella as new Parish Priest of Luqa. The Band also participated in the feasts of Our Lady of Lourdes held in Qrendi, and that of Our Lady of Victories held in Naxxar.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in a symphonic concert held at the Peace Laboratory in Hal Far. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Joseph Vella as new Parish Priest of Luqa. The Band also participated in the feasts of Our Lady of Lourdes held in Qrendi, and that of Our Lady of Victories held in Naxxar.
1987
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the Catholic Institute, Floriana. In this same year, the Band recorded another set of festive marches.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the Catholic Institute, Floriana. In this same year, the Band recorded another set of festive marches.
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1988
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the Catholic Institute, Floriana. For the last time, the celebrations of the feast of Our Lady of Consolation were organized, and the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part as it has done since 1885.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the Catholic Institute, Floriana. For the last time, the celebrations of the feast of Our Lady of Consolation were organized, and the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part as it has done since 1885.
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1989
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the funeral of its President Salvu Schembri. Innocent Camilleri was elected as new President of the Society.
On the 16th of September, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the special feasts to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Malta’s Independence.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the funeral of its President Salvu Schembri. Innocent Camilleri was elected as new President of the Society.
On the 16th of September, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the special feasts to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Malta’s Independence.
1990
The premises of the society where purchased after long discussions.
The premises of the society where purchased after long discussions.
1991
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert with the collaboration of the Lanchishire School of Music.
On the 12th of December, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feast of Malta’s Republic Day held in Valletta.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert with the collaboration of the Lanchishire School of Music.
On the 12th of December, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feast of Malta’s Republic Day held in Valletta.
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1992
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Alfred Vella as new Parish Priest of Luqa.
On the 9th of April, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the special activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary from the tragic day of the 9th of April 1942.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Alfred Vella as new Parish Priest of Luqa.
On the 9th of April, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the special activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary from the tragic day of the 9th of April 1942.
1993
Salvu Spiteri was elected new President of the Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held on the 23rd of January.
Salvu Spiteri was elected new President of the Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held on the 23rd of January.
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1994
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held in October, together with other occasions during the year.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held in October, together with other occasions during the year.
1996
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre, Valletta. During this same year, a new construction project was approved by the Committee to redecorate the Club Premises.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre, Valletta. During this same year, a new construction project was approved by the Committee to redecorate the Club Premises.
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1997
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society was invited to participate in the liturgical feast of Saint Andrew held in Amalfi, Italy. The Band took part in several concerts under the direction of Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit. In the Vatican City, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society had an audience with His Holiness Pope John Paul II.
During this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Joe M. Camilleri as new Parish Priest of Luqa.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society was invited to participate in the liturgical feast of Saint Andrew held in Amalfi, Italy. The Band took part in several concerts under the direction of Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit. In the Vatican City, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society had an audience with His Holiness Pope John Paul II.
During this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Joe M. Camilleri as new Parish Priest of Luqa.
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1998
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre, Valletta. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the funeral of Innocent Camilleri who was a President of the Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre, Valletta. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the funeral of Innocent Camilleri who was a President of the Society.
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1999
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre – Valletta to commemorate the 20th anniversary from the death of Mro Joseph Abela Scolaro and the appointment of Profs. Dr. Ch. Zammit as director of the l’Unione Philharmonic Society.
In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society recorded its first CD with several festive marches composed by the above mentioned Band directors.
On the 27th of November, the Society commemorated the 50th anniversary from its consecration to the Holy Hearth of Jesus by Mgr. Bishop Emmanuele Galea in 1949.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre – Valletta to commemorate the 20th anniversary from the death of Mro Joseph Abela Scolaro and the appointment of Profs. Dr. Ch. Zammit as director of the l’Unione Philharmonic Society.
In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society recorded its first CD with several festive marches composed by the above mentioned Band directors.
On the 27th of November, the Society commemorated the 50th anniversary from its consecration to the Holy Hearth of Jesus by Mgr. Bishop Emmanuele Galea in 1949.
2000
This year marked the 120th anniversary of the l’Unione Philharmonic Society. The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre, Valletta. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feast of Saint Venera celebrated in S. Venera.
This year marked the 120th anniversary of the l’Unione Philharmonic Society. The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the G.W.U. Memorial Building Theatre, Valletta. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feast of Saint Venera celebrated in S. Venera.
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2001
Dr. Noel Camilleri LL.D. was elected President of the Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Saint Andrew Theatre’, Luqa.
On the 18th of August, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the First Solemn Mass of Rev. Albert Schembri.
Dr. Noel Camilleri LL.D. was elected President of the Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Saint Andrew Theatre’, Luqa.
On the 18th of August, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the First Solemn Mass of Rev. Albert Schembri.
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2002
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Saint Andrew Theatre’, Luqa. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feast of Saint Catherine celebrated in Zejtun.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Saint Andrew Theatre’, Luqa. In this same year, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the feast of Saint Catherine celebrated in Zejtun.
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2003
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Metanoia Theatre’, Luqa.
On the 11th of June, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the funeral of Luqa’s Parish Priest, Rev. Joe Camilleri. Subsequently, the Titular feast in honour of Saint Andrew was cancelled as a sign of respect. In October, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Carmelo Camilleri as new Parish Priest of Luqa.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Metanoia Theatre’, Luqa.
On the 11th of June, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the funeral of Luqa’s Parish Priest, Rev. Joe Camilleri. Subsequently, the Titular feast in honour of Saint Andrew was cancelled as a sign of respect. In October, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part on the occasion of the appointment of Rev. Carmelo Camilleri as new Parish Priest of Luqa.
2005
This year marked the 125th anniversary from the foundation of the l’Unione Philharmonic Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the Good Friday procession together with the ‘Exeter University Concert Band’. The procession was recorded live by the Public Broadcasting Unit (PBS).
In April, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society recorded another CD of festive and military marches.
To commemorate the 125th anniversary, a book written by Frans Galea was launched. During this occasion, H.E. Dr. Ugo Mifsud Bonnici (President Emeritus of Malta) together with Frans Galea, Alfred Palma and Dr. Andrea Camilleri made a short speech about the glorious history of the Society.
During the last week of June, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society organized several Band marches to commemorate this special anniversary. The Bands which participated include the Saint Joseph Band (Kirkop), Zejtun Band (Zejtun), Saint Peter Band (B’Bugia), Saint Lawrence Band (Vittoriosa) and Saint Catherine Band (Zurrieq).
On the 25th of June, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in a great symphonic and choral concert at the Saint Andrew’s Square under the patronage of the President of Malta H.E. Dr. Edward Fenech Adami. Together with the Band which was under the direction of Profs. Dr. Ch. Zammit, the Amadeus Chamber Choir and other soloists took part. Amongst the music which was played, the Band executed a Selection from Verdi’s Aida and Borodin’s Prince Igor. After the symphonic concert, two new musical archives were inaugurated by the President of Malta H.E. Dr. Edward Fenech Adami.
On Sunday 26th of June, a Thanksgiving Mass was celebrated at the Parish Church of Saint Andrew by the Parish Priest Rev. Carmelo Camilleri and other members of the Clergy.
To mark the end of the celebrations, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society organized an Organ Concert on the 3rd of December. This was presented by the international organist Dr. Peter Barraclough at the Parish Church of Saint Andrew under the patronage of Mgr. Innocent Borg.
This year marked the 125th anniversary from the foundation of the l’Unione Philharmonic Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in the Good Friday procession together with the ‘Exeter University Concert Band’. The procession was recorded live by the Public Broadcasting Unit (PBS).
In April, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society recorded another CD of festive and military marches.
To commemorate the 125th anniversary, a book written by Frans Galea was launched. During this occasion, H.E. Dr. Ugo Mifsud Bonnici (President Emeritus of Malta) together with Frans Galea, Alfred Palma and Dr. Andrea Camilleri made a short speech about the glorious history of the Society.
During the last week of June, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society organized several Band marches to commemorate this special anniversary. The Bands which participated include the Saint Joseph Band (Kirkop), Zejtun Band (Zejtun), Saint Peter Band (B’Bugia), Saint Lawrence Band (Vittoriosa) and Saint Catherine Band (Zurrieq).
On the 25th of June, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in a great symphonic and choral concert at the Saint Andrew’s Square under the patronage of the President of Malta H.E. Dr. Edward Fenech Adami. Together with the Band which was under the direction of Profs. Dr. Ch. Zammit, the Amadeus Chamber Choir and other soloists took part. Amongst the music which was played, the Band executed a Selection from Verdi’s Aida and Borodin’s Prince Igor. After the symphonic concert, two new musical archives were inaugurated by the President of Malta H.E. Dr. Edward Fenech Adami.
On Sunday 26th of June, a Thanksgiving Mass was celebrated at the Parish Church of Saint Andrew by the Parish Priest Rev. Carmelo Camilleri and other members of the Clergy.
To mark the end of the celebrations, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society organized an Organ Concert on the 3rd of December. This was presented by the international organist Dr. Peter Barraclough at the Parish Church of Saint Andrew under the patronage of Mgr. Innocent Borg.
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L'Unione Philharmonic Society A.D 1880
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1995
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at Floriana, during which, Chev. Kelinu Vella Haber was appointed Honorary President of the Society.
The l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at Floriana, during which, Chev. Kelinu Vella Haber was appointed Honorary President of the Society.
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2004
In April, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society commemorated the 25th anniversary from the death of its musical director Mro Joseph Abela Scolaro. A musico-literary concert was held at the Saint Andrew’s Parish Church, with the participation of the Chorus Urbanus of Gozo. Under the direction of Profs. Charles Zammit, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society executed the Solemn Hymn ‘Hymnus in Divum Andream Apostolum’ which was written by Mro Joseph Abela Scolaro and other music composed by Mro Abela Scolaro and Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit himself.
In this same year, during November, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Metanoia Theatre’ - Luqa to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit as its musical director. Together with the Band, the Amadeus Chamber Choir and other soloists took part.
In April, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society commemorated the 25th anniversary from the death of its musical director Mro Joseph Abela Scolaro. A musico-literary concert was held at the Saint Andrew’s Parish Church, with the participation of the Chorus Urbanus of Gozo. Under the direction of Profs. Charles Zammit, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society executed the Solemn Hymn ‘Hymnus in Divum Andream Apostolum’ which was written by Mro Joseph Abela Scolaro and other music composed by Mro Abela Scolaro and Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit himself.
In this same year, during November, the l’Unione Philharmonic Society took part in its annual symphonic concert held at the ‘Metanoia Theatre’ - Luqa to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Profs. Dr. Charles Zammit as its musical director. Together with the Band, the Amadeus Chamber Choir and other soloists took part.
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