Amidst the grandeur of Westminster Abbey, King Charles’ coronation finally took place on May 6. It was a moment of great significance, the culmination of 8 months of anticipation and preparation, and the beginning of a new era for the United Kingdom. The new reign became official with his and Queen Camilia’s crowning. All the royals, Prince William, Princess Kate, Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco, and King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain, attended this royal affair. 

While there are many key highlights from the King’s coronation, the music composition on which he entered the church was one of the key ones. 

Patrick Doyle On King’s Coronation March

The honor of composing the King’s March was with Patrick Doyle. He was amongst the 2200 guests who were invited to the ceremony, among others. The 70-year-old composer described that the scenario looked ‘heavenly’ when the King marched on his composition. Prud and happy, he shared how unreal it felt to see the moment happen in front of his eyes. “‘I’ll pinch you and then you can pinch me. Then we know this is real,” he described to PEOPLE. 

Not only this, Doyle had front seats to witness this moment that looked like a movie. He added that he was proud to be selected by the king for this great honor. The King Charles Coronation March was 4 minutes long and composed by the Coronation Orchestra during the Commonwealth Procession. 

The Celebration Still Continues

The coronation festivities of His Majesty and Her Majesty were followed by a Coronation Concert that featured a pop concert held by Katy Perry and Take That. Celebs like Tom Cruise, Steve Winwood, and many others were in attendance. Hugh Bonneville hosted the event. Winnie the Pooh, along with his friend Piglet, was also present to congratulate the new king and queen. Prince Louis, the youngest of Wales, made headlines as he struggled to adhere to royal protocols. The 5-year-old was seen doing his own thing that charmed the internet. 

The entire line-up for the concert was made in such a way that highlighted the King’s love and enthusiasm for music. The 300-member coronation choir was diverse, having people from the entire Commonwealth. 

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