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Christmas lottery is something more than a Extraordinary Draw, is a tradition that carries with it some peculiarities, the most outstanding being that it is celebrated with the children of San Ildefonso. That's how it is, the christmas prizes They are sung by the students of the Residencia-Internado San Ildefonso, a century-old entity located in Madrid.
"For many people, the children of San Ildefonso are considered a symbol of luck, joy and hope."
History of the children of San Ildefonso
The story of how it began is somewhat curious, under the reign of Carlos III, the institution of the Casa de los Niños Doctrinos de San Ildefonso (as it was called then) was granted state aid in exchange for carrying out some work for the community. . According to SELAE (State State Lottery and Gambling Society), The first student to sing the Lottery was Diego López, in 1771.
Time has passed and this institution, which was an orphanage, became a boarding school for boys only, until in 1981 girls were also admitted. In the 90s, the College was divided into two institutions that share the same headquarters: the residence-boarding school and the school. Once the institution was mixed, the girls joined the Christmas tradition.
How are the children of San Ildefonso chosen?
The number of children from San Ildefonso who participate in the celebration of the Christmas Lottery Draw is not fixed, and varies each year, but they are usually about 30 boys and girls. It is they who volunteers show up, which are selected according to certain requirements, since it is important that have a clear voice and vocalize well when singing the numbers.
Some of the requirements to be chosen as a boy or girl of San Ildefonso are:
- Have a good voice to be able to sing the number and the prize.
- Be between 8 and 14 years old.
- Vocalize well.
Perhaps seeing these requirements you are no longer of the age to become a child of San Ildefonso, but you can choose to be the one who takes The Fat Christmas next December 22, and if you are, surely you will never forget how it was sung or by whom.
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