The music video ‘Smile,’ is the presentation of a new arrangement of Charlie Chaplin’s enigmatic song by MPO Principal Percussionist Daniel Cauchi.

This music production with a positive message was launched by the Malta Tourism Authority in collaboration with the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra.

The video features inspirational messages by President of Malta George Vella, Prime Minister of Malta Robert Abela, the Archbishop of Malta Mgr. Charles Scicluna, Leader of the Opposition Adrian Delia and the Superintendent of Public Health Dr Charmaine Gauci.

A lead singer in his own right, Daniel Cauchi is joined by world-acclaimed Maltese Tenor Joseph Calleja and the MPO as they perform a Maltese version of this musical number translated by Michael Spagnol, “a pioneering figure in the promotion of our language.”

Minister for Tourism and Consumer Protection Julia Farrugia Portelli explained how this production represents and amalgamates together the optimism and courage of a united nation but also a substantial part of the work currently being done by the Ministry for Tourism to attract different niches of tourism including the art, culture and religious tourism.

Minister José Herrera said that “today we are here to deliver a message of courage and positivity.”

Commenting on this video, the Chairman of the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra Sigmund Mifsud said that The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) is utilising restrictions imposed by COVID-19 as an opportunity for innovation.

Chief Executive Officer of the Malta Tourism Authority Johann Buttigieg explained how the Malta Tourism Authority is proud to collaborate with entities that represent excellence in the local cultural scene.

The MPO extended their thanks to the country’s inspirational leaders who joined forces as Malta unites, yearning with renewed optimism for a brighter future.

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