The coronation is set to take place on May 6
An anthem composed by songwriting legend Andrew Lloyd Webber will be one of 12 new pieces created for the King's coronation later this year, it has been revealed.
“My anthem includes words slightly adapted from Psalm 98," he said. "I have scored it for the Westminster Abbey choir and organ, the ceremonial brass and orchestra. I hope my anthem reflects this joyful occasion.” A number of choirs - including the hand-picked Ascension Choir - will also join the service, along with bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel, soprano Pretty Yende, and baritone Roderick Williams as soloists.
“It has been a privilege to collaborate with His Majesty in choosing fine musicians and accessible, communicative music for this great occasion,” he added. Music which has been played at coronation services over the past four centuries will also be part of the programme, along with the work of Sir Karl Jenkins – who is one of the most-performed living composers in the world.
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