Malta National Anthem

The composer Robert Samut studied medicine at the Royal University of Malta and later at Edinburgh University. In Edinburgh, Samut was asked to sing the Maltese Anthem and the fact that Malta didn't have one inspired him to consider writing one. In 1922, Samut composed, among other things, a short hymn-like melody. L-Innu Malti was first performed publicly in Valetta's Manoel Theatre in December 1922. However, it had to wait until 1941 before it was officially declared to be the National Anthem of Malta. This quick and easy national anthem arrangement is essential for traveling musicians, bands, instrumental and school groups and both amateur and professional ensembles. This arrangement is convenient to use and you can play it with any virtually any combination of conventional instruments found in the band or orchestra. The arrangement can be used with symphonic band, clarinet choir, brass ensemble, brass band, solos, duets and trios - almost anything! This arrangement is in six independent parts each transposed into a variety of keys. For the most satisfying sound you will need to get a good balance between each part possibly with an emphasis on the melodic line. If you have a non-standard ensemble, you can "pick and mix" as required. The piano reduction can fill missing parts or can be used as the basis for an accompaniment. This arrangement consists of the score with seven instrumental staves (including timpani) and two percussion staves. The following parts are available: Part 1 in B flat, E flat and C; Part 1a in C (8ve higher), E flat (minor 3rd lower for E flat cornet); Part 2 in B flat, E flat and C; Part 2a in C, (8ve higher) E flat (minor 3rd lower for alto clarinet); Part 3 in B flat, E flat, C and F; Part 3a in B flat (8ve lower for 3rd clarinets); Part 4 in B flat, E flat, C and F; Part 5 in B flat and C and Part 6 in B flat, C and E flat. There are also parts for timpani, percussion (2 players) and a piano reduction.