The Madrigal choir from Plainfield East High School will perform at 5 p.m. Thursday, December 8, in the dining room at The Timbers of Shorewood, 1100 N. River Rd., Shorewood. The event is free and open the public.
In early 18th century England, singing of madrigals was revived by glee clubs, and later by the formation of institutions such as the Madrigal Society in London formed in 1741. As a result of the printing and singing of madrigals, particularly English ones, the madrigal became the best-known form of Renaissance secular music in England in the 19th century.
In the United States madrigal choirs are particularly popular with high school and college groups, and often sing in the context of a madrigal dinner.
Named the 2016 Business of the Year by the Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce, The Timbers of Shorewood is a rental retirement community that provides independent and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Furnished apartments are also available for short-term stays.
The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 815-609-0669.
