Antonine University (UA) presents an Eastern spiritual concert by the UA Choir, offering a moment of prayer, reflection, and quiet gathering in a time marked by uncertainty and hardship. Inspired by the words of the Prophet Isaiah, “He has taken our infirmities,” this evening invites the audience to pause, to reflect on the meaning of Christ’s Passion, and to hold onto hope amid the weight of the present moment.

Blending Eastern and Western liturgical traditions, the program brings together sacred choral works and hymns that echo themes of suffering, faith, and redemption.
In this contemplative setting, music becomes more than performance: it becomes a shared space for prayer, for remembrance, and for entrusting what we carry to a greater peace.

Event Details

Audience: Open to the public
Date: Monday, March 30, 2026
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: Saint Joseph School, Aintoura (Zouk Mosbeh)
Conductor: Toufic Maatouk, OAM

About the UA Choir

The Antonine University Choir is recognized for its commitment to sacred music and its dedication to preserving and performing liturgical traditions. Through its performances, the Choir fosters a deeper appreciation of spiritual heritage while offering audiences meaningful musical experiences rooted in faith and artistic excellence.

Program Details

• Holy Mother – Way of the Cross (Traditional, arranged by Fr. Youssef Waked)
• Psalm 66 “May God Have Mercy on Us” (Music by Fr. Boulos El Achkar, arranged by Alberto Maniaci)
• Repent to the Lord (Fr. Youssef Waked)
• To You, O Lord, I Lift Up My Soul (Music by Albert Cherfan, arranged by Alberto Maniaci)
• O Assembly of the Beloved (يا معشر الحبيب) (Traditional, arranged by Charbel Abi Nader)
• Vain Are the Sons of Adam (Music by Fr. Boulos El Achkar, arranged by Fady Tawk)
• Mary Arose – Way of the Cross (arranged by Fr. Youssef Waked)
• With My Voice I Cry to the Lord (Music by Albert Cherfan, arranged by Alberto Maniaci)
• Psalm 22 “My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?” (Music by Fr. Boulos El Achkar, arranged by Alberto Maniaci)
• Christ the Savior (Fr. Youssef Waked)
• My Soul Thirsts for You (Music by Albert Charfan, arranged by Alberto Maniacci)
• Maronite Hymn of Incense: Let Us Contemplate His Faith (لحن الحاش الماروني: لتحومو دهيمونوتو) (Syriac Maronite, arranged by Fr. Youssef Waked)
• Litany of the Passion (Traditional Maronite hymn)
• O My Beloved (وا حبيبي) – Way of the Cross (arranged by Prof. Toufic Succar)

Admission is free, with tickets available through the Virgin Ticketing Box Office.