The central courtyard of the University of Malta Gozo Campus was the perfect venue for a cultural evening organised as part of the Campus’s summer activities.

The event, which was organised by Professor Manwel Mifsud, took place on Friday, when an audience of about two hundred people attended.

This year’s event was entitled ‘Lejla ghall-Qamar Kwinta,’ as it coincided with the month’s blue moon. The programme consisted mainly of a performance of original Maltese songs by established artists Corazón and Walter Micallef.

Traditional Maltese songs were sung by Ruth Portelli, accompanied by Tal-Fuklar Folk Band, while Manwel Mifsud and Mario Debono interpreted their own compositions. Joe Friggieri read one of his short stories while Chev. Joe M. Attard read one of his poems.

The evening was compered by Manwel Mifsud, who also recited a number of poems related to Gozo.

The concert was followed by drinks in the beautifully lit olive grove.

The Minister for Education and Employment Evarist Bartolo, and former Speaker Anton Tabone were among the guests.

Photo: Ruth Portelli and Tal-Fuklar Folk Band performing at the Gozo Campus

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