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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 6 OCTOBER 2024 3 ART Exciting autumn programme unveiled by The Malta Society of Arts A season of visual Arts, concerts, workshops, and cultural events continues to enrich the Valletta arts scene THE Malta Society of Arts (MSA) is thrilled to announce an autumn season brimming with exhibitions, concerts, and cultural events at its histor- ic venue, Palazzo de La Salle in Valletta. The upcoming months will feature five visual arts exhibitions, 20 concerts, various workshops, seminars, and the highly anticipated re- turn of MSA's popular arts, crafts, and music courses – all hosted within the society's di- verse spaces. October launches with the debut solo exhibition Paradise Lost by Jade Zammit, showcas- ing a number of thought-pro- voking pieces in a range of styles and media. "In early 2020, as I returned to drawing, my work was defined by mini- mal lines, reflecting my archi- tectural background," explains Zammit. "But over time, I've embraced a more instinctual and expressive style, integrat- ing acrylics, oils, thread, and embroidery techniques. The thread symbolises fragility, evoking nostalgia and child- hood memories." Paradise Lost is Zammit's intimate exploration of the vulnerability of both real and imagined paradises, with each artwork representing a recon- struction of her own memories and dreams. The exhibition in- vites viewers to reflect on their own interpretations of paradise and the inevitable losses we all experience. "This collection is not merely an exhibition; it offers a space for reflection, dreaming, and perhaps coming to terms with the unravelling of paradises," Zammit concludes. Exhibition curator Maria Galea adds, "The walk through the exhibition will take view- ers through Jade's childhood memories, their subsequent erosion, and ultimately, a space of subconscious tranquility. This evolving journey will al- low visitors to engage with the themes of search and longing in a deeply immersive way." Next up on the calendar is the concert Crackle & Memo- ry, part of MSA's Sustain-Delay strand of its Performing Arts Programme, offering a unique live performance exploring the memories of our pasts through experimental sound. Artist and Sustain-Delay Artistic Direc- tor Kurt Buttigieg, together with Yasmin Kuymizakis will present their personal archival content, followed by the final concert in the Sustain-Delay series, You Are The Instru- ment, which will feature sound artist Dafne's techno-infused soundscape and Accla's bound- ary-pushing humanist experi- mental noise. In the Contempo strand of the MSA's Performing Arts Pro- gramme, led by Karl Fiorini, October will bring Last Night When We Were Young, a gui- tar and piano dialogue between Sandro Zerafa and Vincent Bourgeyx. This concert pays tribute to the Great American Songbook and promises to be a captivating musical encounter. MSA will also host an array of exciting concerts, including performances by Angie Vella Zarb's band for Notte Bian- ca, Ethan Attard's debut con- cert, and the French Embassy's Eclats de Musique featuring Tricia Dawn Williams. Other notable events include Frank Bonnici's Latin Music Night and Frank Oppedijk's sold- out series of Under Einaudi's Wings concerts. As the season progresses, the MSA prepares for the start of its ever-popular courses in visual arts, performing arts, and crafts, catering to students of all ages and levels. In addi- tion, the Malta Society of Arts continues its longstanding role as the only representative of the London College of Music (LCM) in Malta, with LCM's practical exams ongoing in in- struments such as the oboe, trombone, euphonium, and pop vocals. On October 10, the LCM Graduation Ceremo- ny will celebrate 25 candidates who successfully completed their diploma exams in 2023. November and December promise even more cultural of- ferings, including Joseph Far- rugia's debut solo exhibition, Rebecca Bonaci's show in the underground space, the Malta Photographic Society's annual showcase, numerous student concerts, and the prestigious Gold Medal Award ceremony. Adrian Mamo, President of the Malta Society of Arts, ex- pressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming programme: "This autumn marks an exciting and ambitious period for the Malta Society of Arts, as we continue our mission to cultivate and promote artistic excellence in Malta. Our diverse events aim to bring the community to- gether, inspire creativity, and provide platforms for emerging and established artists alike. We look forward to welcoming both locals and visitors to Pala- zzo de La Salle." For more information about the Malta Society of Arts' events, please visit www. artsmalta.org/events or www. facebook.com/maltasocietyo- farts. Left to right: Jade Zammit (photo by Marama Corlett) and Kurt Buttigieg Sandro Zerafa and Vincent Bourgeyx Yasmin Kuymizakis (photo by Maria Galea)