Hastings College to host the Mignarda Lute Song Duo of Ron Andrico and Donna Stewart when they perform “Music in the Plays of Shakespeare” during a brown-bag lecture and recital at 12 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 23 in Perkins Auditorium, Fuhr Hall.
The recital is free and open to the public. Members of the audience are encouraged to bring a sack lunch and enjoy the program.
This presentation will give an overview of how music was used in Shakespeare's plays, and the musicians who performed it. Mignarda will combine visual representations of historical sources, discussion, and performance of selected pieces from Twelfth Night and other plays. The event is sponsored by the Hastings College Department of Music.
Mignarda (Donna Stewart & Ron Andrico) is the preeminent duo for voice and lute in the U.S., and their fresh and engaging approach to historical music has set a new standard for interpretation, authenticity and musicianship. Based in Ithaca, N.Y., they have produced seven critically acclaimed CDs and a series of historical music for voice and lute. Mignarda’s CD, Divine Amarillis, was awarded the 2009 JPF award for best classical vocal album.
Hastings College students and faculty have been making music since the beginning of the College in 1882. The Music Department has established an enviable reputation throughout the Midwest for its quality programs, dedicated faculty and talented students.
Hastings College, founded in 1882, is a private, four-year liberal arts institution affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). A total of 64 majors in 32 areas of study and 12 pre-professional programs are offered to more than 1,150 students. Hastings College was named among “America’s Best National Liberal Arts Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report, a “Best in the Midwest” by The Princeton Review, and a “Best Buy in College Education” by Barron’s. Visit www.hastings.edu for more information.

For more information, contact Dr. Robin Koozer at (402) 461-7448.