Public Broadcasting Services Limited has been entrusted with the production of the theme video for the CHOGM Malta 2015 official song. Last May, the CHOGM Malta 2015 Taskforce, in collaboration with the Malta Film Commission, had issued a call for proposals for the production of the official video theme of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) being held in Malta between 27 and 29 November 2015.

PBS has expressed its thanks to the CHOGM Malta 2015 Taskforce for entrusting it with this prestigious project. PBS chief executive Anton Attard said, “This theme video will offer an entertaining and emotional experience in portraying Malta as a nation, bringing out the true colours of the Maltese people”. 

The objective of this initiative, which was supported by the Malta Film Commission, was to give the opportunity to local talent to participate and further develop their potential on an international scale project.

The received proposals focused on the strength and diversity of the Maltese nation, its multicultural background and the perseverance of the Maltese people. The CHOGM Malta 2015 overarching theme “The Commonwealth – Adding Global Value” was also addressed through reference to Malta’s involvement in the Mediterranean, European and Worldwide regions, as well as its history, geographical location and investment potential.

The music of the official song was composed by Ivan Grech of Winter Moods, with orchestrations by Karl Fiorini. The lyrics were also written by Ivan Grech. The song has been recorded at Temple Studios, produced by David Vella and is performed by leading singers from the local scene; Amber, Errol Sammut, Matthew Borg and Jasmine Abela as well as the participation of the Animae Gospel Choir and the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra. 

The video will be shot over the next weeks and will be launched in September.