Film Music Concert by the Frank Bonnici Trio

Film Music Concert 

By the Frank Bonnici Trio 

Wednesday 29 October 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Concert Hall, Palazzo de La Salle, Valletta

The Malta Society of Arts is hosting Frank Bonnici in concert, joined by Joe Camilleri (percussion) and Anthony Saliba (double bass).

This concert transported audiences from the 20th to the 21st century through a programme focusing on romantic and emotionally rich film music. Frank Bonnici selected works that resonate with audiences worldwide, including themes from Love Story, The Godfather, Casablanca, Midnight Express (partly filmed in Malta), and A Man and a Woman, among others.

“I feel that people need to sit down and listen to music to relax after a day’s work or family affairs. I invite all ages to join us for this evening of music at the Malta Society of Arts.” – Frank Bonnici

Tickets available at: ticketline.com.mt

Programme Highlights

• Frank Bonnici – Piano

• Joe Camilleri – Percussion

• Anthony Saliba – Double Bass

A selection of romantic and cinematic music, including:

• Love Story

• The Godfather

• Casablanca

• Midnight Express

• A Man and a Woman

• And more timeless film music favourites

Frank Bonnici – Piano

Born in Sliema, Malta, Frank Bonnici began his musical studies at the age of four with Theresa Bowman and later studied with Maestro Carmelo Pace (harmony and composition). He pursued jazz improvisation with C. Bonnici and continued his studies at the Bach Conservatoire in Amsterdam, specialising in Classical and Jazz Piano, Contemporary Music, and Film Composition. He also conducted research at the University of Malta.

Frank is an accomplished concert pianist, composer, artistic director, and music coach, with credits spanning performance, composition, and education. His film music contributions include Bolibar, Sons of the Sea, Piano Cross Roads (performed in Prague), and teaching Sienna Miller for The Catcher Was a Spy. He has performed in prestigious venues across Malta, Prague, Vienna, Hamburg, Amsterdam, London, and beyond.

Notable performances include concerts for distinguished guests such as Robin Gibb, Lady Gaga, Ivanka Trump, Russell Crowe, and Sienna Miller.

Frank is also the Artistic Director of the Malta Cross Music Competition in collaboration with C. Bechstein Centrum, with editions in Prague, Malta, and Vienna.

Joe Camilleri – Percussion

Joseph Camilleri, born in Valletta, began studying percussion with his father Frank Camilleri (“Bibi”) and piano with Bice Vassallo. From a young age, he performed in hotels and nightclubs with various bands. In 1982, he joined the Armed Forces of Malta as a bandsman, later earning a diploma under Prof Charles Zammit.

In 1988, he joined the National Orchestra of Malta, where he served as Principal Percussionist for 25 years. He has performed internationally and participated in the Malta Jazz Festival alongside both local and international artists. Currently, he teaches percussion at the Malta School of Music.

Anthony Saliba – Double Bass

Anthony Saliba began his musical training on drums and piano before moving on to bass guitar and upright bass. He has performed with leading Maltese musicians including Dominic Galea, Joe Debono, Vinny Vella Jr., and George Curmi.

In 2019, Anthony presented his original compositions at one of the Malta Jazz Festival’s midday concerts. He also featured on Dominic Galea’s Jazz Suite: WWII Impressions and the album City Vibes.

Wednesday 29 October 2025

7pm

Malta Society of Arts,
Concert Hall,
Palazzo de La Salle,
219, Republic Street,
Valletta