Wartime Songs and Nostalgia

The popular Sip and Listen concert series by Barocco Foundation returns for its second enchanting evening on Thursday 23 April 2026 at 7:30pm, set within the atmospheric St. Augustine Priory Apse, Old Bakery Street, Valletta.

Blending music with a relaxed social experience, guests are invited to unwind while sipping prosecco and enjoying a nostalgic journey through some of the most beloved wartime melodies. This special concert will feature the much-admired soprano Marita Bezzina, the distinguished baritone Ken Scicluna, and the versatile pianist Ramona Zammit Formosa.

The programme pays tribute to songs that once uplifted soldiers and brought comfort to those waiting at home during times of war. Audiences will be treated to timeless classics such as We’ll Gather Lilacs, The White Cliffs of Dover, I’ll Close My Eyes, It’s a long Way to Tipperary, As Time Goes By, La Vie en Rose, Parlami d’Amore Mariu and Somewhere over the Rainbow, among others—melodies that continue to resonate with warmth, hope, and resilience.

Set against the historic backdrop of the Priory Apse, this concert promises not only musical excellence but also a unique and intimate atmosphere where history and music intertwine.

Following the performance, attendees are warmly invited to enjoy a complimentary guided tour of the vast Priory which includes the 16th Century church and the priory remains and the World War II Shelter.

An evening of music, history, and atmosphere awaits—an experience designed to delight the senses and stir the memory.

Wartime Songs and Nostalgia– will be held at the recently restored St. Augustine Priory Apse, Old Bakery Street, Valletta, on Thursday 23 April 2026 at 7:30pm. Entrance to the concert is at a suggested donation of €25 including prosecco.  One can obtain the tickets prior to the concert from the venue itself or by email: baroccobookings@gmail.com/baroccomalta@gmail.com or phone 79680952.