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The Madrigals of AACS have just returned from an amazing week in Rome to participate in the International Church Music Festival from June 13-June 20. Follow our adventure and listen to our music!

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Monday

We started out this morning adjusting to the jet lag and were welcomed by an amazing breakfast at the Grand Hotel Palatino—completely different form any breakfast you might get at a Days Inn from the states. The Breakfast was complete with fresh mango juice and bruchetta with Swiss cheese as well as bacon and fresh eggs. After a leisurely Italian style breakfast, we boarded the bus and were given a detailed tour of the Coliseum and the Forum—with the help of our Whisper devices which are individual ear pieces that our tour guide speaks into through her microphone.

After the short trip back to our hotel, we were given time to go out and get lunch which most of us used to either take a nap or go out and get some pizza. Around 4:00, we went to St. Paul’s Outside the Walls where we were given a welcome church service inside the spectacular cathedral. After that, we boarded the bus again towards the welcome banquette at the Sheraton Hotel.

The welcome banquet proved to be an inspiring event where we got to experience different cultures while continuing to absorb the culture of Roma!
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7 comments:

  1. Crystal BowersJune 16, 2009 at 2:22 AM

    How Wonder-full!! I am so glad to hear the breakfast was generous and gourmet! Thanks for the variety of photos! They really cover the genre of many of your sights! I am glad to sense all are well. What a blessing of a trip to each of the singers before they all pour out for blessing others!! I am glad to know the banquet was so special. I am not surprised! Your personalized song for the other singers must have been a big hit for all who understood English!! Bon Voyage!! And much Love to Paul!! Mama ~ Crystal

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  2. Grammy OnaJune 16, 2009 at 3:39 AM

    you guys are having way too much fun...smile....

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  3. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    Wow! I love the pictures! Looks like your having an amazing time. Love to Sammie!!

    Heather

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  4. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    Thank you so much for the wonderful blog.
    I hear the happiness in you writing, which makes me so joyful.

    C. Serina Kyle Wilsons Gram
    Love to Kyle!!

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  5. Heather NicoleJune 16, 2009 at 4:05 PM

    I love this blog! So much fun!

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  6. Stephen HolmesJune 16, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    Looks like you guys are having a blast...I'm definately jealous! Sing well :-)

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  7. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    The pictures are fantastic, thanks for letting us be a part of this wonderful adventure. I'll do my part and keep praying. Love to all Jacob's Mom and Dad

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The Rome Festival June 13-20, 2009



6/13, Sat. - Depart USA.

6/14, Sun. - Arrive Rome. Transfer into the Eternal City of Rome, head of the great Roman Empire and seat of Christianity, a city rich with relics and superb monuments which stand as testament to its incomparable past. Dinner with your group.

6/15, Mon. - Guided tour for all groups: “Ancient Rome including the Coliseum and Roman Forum.” Festival opening ceremony and Welcome Event.

6/16, Tue. - Morning rehearsal for singers. Non-singers: Villa Borghese & gallery, including guided tour. Independent lunch. Afternoon guided tour for all groups: “Vatican museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.” Evening at leisure.

6/17, Wed. - Papal Audience in Piazza San Pietro. Free afternoon for all groups to enjoy Rome. International Concert this evening.

6/18, Thur. - Morning rehearsal for singers. Non-singers: walking tour of medieval Rome – Trastevere area. Independent lunch. Individual choirs perform at afternoon concerts in some of Rome’s most unique and spectacular churches.

6/19, Fri. - Morning rehearsal for singers. Non-singers: half-day guided tour to Tivoli, including Villa D’Este. Dinner at hotel. Gala Concert with orchestra this evening in Rome.

6/20, Sat. - Depart Rome.

About The Madrigals



The AACS Madrigal Singers is a group of seventeen high school students from the Annapolis Area Christian School, Annapolis Maryland. The group started in 1991 as an after school activity and was established in 1992 as part of the daily curriculum of the school. The group has sung in the following venues:


  • National Cathedral, Washington DC

  • National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

  • The White House

  • Nursing Homes and retirement communities in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Deleware, and Virginia

  • Harper’s Ferry Christmas Festival, West Virginia

  • Midnight Madness – Downtown Annapolis Maryland

  • Military Bases

  • Association of Christian Schools

  • TV and Radio

  • International Conferences

  • Camden Yards Baseball Stadium - Baltimore Maryland

  • County and State Choral Festivals

  • The 50th Anniversary of the End of WWII

  • Celebrations in France and England

  • Shopping Malls

  • Maryland Educators Music Conference

  • Bowie Bay Sox Stadium

  • The Maryland Renaissance Festival

  • Hospitals

  • Annapolis Maryland City Council

  • Private Parties

  • Community Children’s Fair

  • Rotary Clubs

  • Cindy Bauchspies’ Annual Christmas Concert

  • Moscow Ballet at the Mechanic Theater

  • International Church Music Festival Bern, Switzerland June 2001, 2003

  • Performed in concert with recording artist Michael Card

  • State House, Annapolis, MD

  • Towson University, MD

  • Eastern University, PAc


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