Josie Mallia Pulvirenti

Josie Mallia Pulvirenti (6 July 1896 – 8 September 1964) was a Maltese composer. Born in Valletta, he studied in Malta with Paolino Vassallo, and in Milan with the Italian composer-organist Giulio Bas, who influenced him politically. and (in a piano transcription) by Charlene Farrugia. It was followed by the symphonic poem Impressionismo, premiered at the Theatre Royal matinée on 5 April 1924.

His other works include Elegie della Giovinezza Perduta (a cantata for soprano, choir and orchestra), Ballata Romantica for soloists, choir and orchestra, Lettera Africana (a monologue with chamber ensemble), and the operetta Il primo peccato. He was also the composer of the Inno Del Partito Nazionale (anthem of the National Party) for band in 1932.