‘Gaude et Lætere’ … ‘Rejoice and be glad’ is a Christmastide concert organised by the Xagħra Local Council. This is the thirteenth edition of the Christmas Concert held at the Basilica of Maria Bambina in Xagħra.   

The people of Xaghra have a special admiration for Christmas and this can be seen in the fact that many artists and amateurs build a crib and open their doors to invite the general public for a visit. Perhaps the most popular crib remains the one ...