Hoffman Madrigal Singers perform at dinner

Posted December 12, 2011 11:00 pm

Submitted by District 211

The Hoffman Estates High School Madrigal Singers performed in the cafeteria, transformed into a Medieval castle on Dec. 2 and Dec. 3. Photo courtesy District 211

Hoffman Estates High School’s annual Madrigal Dinner was held Dec. 2 and 3 at the school.

Those who attended were transported back 500 years when chivalry was the law of the land, a time when kings ruled in splendor, knights jousted for the glance of a fair maiden, and great madrigals were sung in courts of mighty lords and ladies.

The evening began with chamber music from the Brass Ensemble as people entered the school cafeteria which was magically transformed into the great hall of an English castle. Attendees enjoyed a Renaissance holiday feast, while being entertained by jester skits, a charming wench, a Recorder Consort, and all the festive holiday traditions.

The evening was highlighted by the performance of the Madrigal Singers, dressed in authentic 16th century costumes and singing their enchanting music.

The madrigal jesters, Natalie Clarke and Matt Capone, and wench, Jeannie Liautaud, act out The 12 Days of Christmas accompanied by the Madrigal Singers. Photo courtesy District 211

Julian Primous delivers his solo during Shades Of Blues, the vocal jazz ensemble rendition of The First Noel. Photo courtesy District 211

Jesters Matt Capone and Natalie Clarke, along with wench Jeannie Liautaud perform an erratic dance version of The 12 Days of Christmas, sung by the Madrigal group. Photo courtesy District 211

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