In just two months, the world will fear that King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort of Britain, will be crowned in a solemn and historic ceremony for the Monarchy and the world, which will be led by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May 2013.
The whole world will be watching the coronation of King Charles III and today we present to you a summary of what is known about the historic period. Although Buckingham Palace is still continuing with all preparations for the big event, many details of the emblematic day have already been revealed.
The historic occasion will take place over the course of a three-day holiday weekend with many events, including a major concert and a national volunteer program, the latest statement issued by Buckingham Palace revealed a few months ago. Here are more details about the moment:
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Details of the coronation of Charles III
When and where will the coronation take place?
King Charles III will be crowned in Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023. The Queen consort will be crowned together with her husband. The site witnessed the coronation of all kings by William the Victor, except for Edward V and Edward VIII, who were never crowned, nor 17 royal weddings and royal funerals.
Who will attend the coronation?
Prepare for the procession of the king, the princess Anne, and the vice-admiral Lord Lawrence Timotheus; the Earl and Countess of the West Saxons and their children; Princess Eugenia and Princess Beatrice and their Spouses; Zara and Mike Tindall and perhaps their older children, and Peter Phillips and his daughters are expected to be in the congregation. The princes of Wales will be among the most noble royals present, and it is disputed whether their son is Prince George.
Will Harry and Meghan be at the coronation?
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not yet confirmed if they will attend. A spokesman for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle said the couple had received “correspondence” about their father’s ceremony, but had no further comment.
What will Camila from Britain wear?
The Queen chose a close friend of hers, Bruce Oldfield, to design her coronation gown. Undoubtedly, the exquisite creation will remain under wraps until he is crowned with King Charles III in Westminster Abbey on the 6th of May.
What is the emblem of the coronation?
It was made insignia “by the renowned designer Sir Jony Ive KBE” and his creative collective, LoveFrom”, and “symbolizes and celebrates the historic beginning of a new kingdom”, Buckingham Palace revealed. The design’s personal touch pays homage to the king’s love of the natural world, the flora of the four United Nations Uniting kingdoms: the rose of England, the thistle of Scotland, the daffodil of Wales, and the clover of northern Ireland.
What music will be played?
Andreas Nethsingha, organist of Westminster Abbey and Master of the Choristers, oversees all the musical arrangements and performs the music for the ceremonies. Twelve pieces of music will be performed, consisting of six orchestral commissions, five choral commissions and one organ commission, all composed especially for the season.
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What about the coronation concert?
Five thousand lucky entrants will be selected for two free tickets to the first ever concert on the grounds of Windsor Castle. The event, which will take place on the night of Sunday, May 7, “will be performed by a world-class orchestra, with the most popular musical themes performed by some of the world’s greatest artists, together with artists from the world of dance and arts”.
