Windsor Castle is set to host a star-studded concert in celebration of the Queen’s 70th year on the throne. The Coronation Concert will see a range of world-renowned performers take to the stage in the iconic castle’s Quadrangle, with a broadcast reaching millions across the world. In this article, we will delve into the line-up of artists who are set to perform at this once-in-a-lifetime event and explore the significance of this celebration in honour of the monarch’s milestone achievement.
On May 7th, a historic event will take place in the grounds of Windsor Castle. The British public will gather to celebrate the coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla. What makes this event particularly special is the fact that members of the public will be in attendance. The audience of 20,000 people will be entertained by a spectacular line-up of musical acts.
These acts include Take That, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Italian opera star Andrea Bocelli, Welsh bass-baritone Sir Brun Terfel, singer-songwriter Freya Ridings and classical-soul composer Alexis Ffrench. The event, hosted by the BBC, will be a one-off performance with more artists expected to be announced soon.
Take That will be performing with three of its original members- Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen. For the first time in four years, Take That will perform together on a live stage. Although Jason Orange and Robbie Williams are not part of the original three members, there is an opportunity for them to reunite for the coronation concert.
In a statement together, Barlow, Donald and Owen stated their excitement for the event- “This will be our first live show since the Odyssey Tour in 2019, and what a stage to come back on. With a huge live band and orchestra, a choir, military drummers, the backdrop of Windsor Castle and the celebration of a new King!”
It is also worth noting that Katy Perry will use her performance to shine a light on The British Asian Trust- a charity founded by the King which aims to tackle poverty and provide solutions to child trafficking in South Asia. As ambassador for the charity, Katy Perry will be focusing on its mission to raise funds for these problems.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Lionel Richie has spoken of his excitement to be part of the coronation celebrations. He stated that it is an honour to share the stage with other performers and that it is sure to be a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Andrea Bocelli, who has previously sung for the late Queen on several occasions, will be performing a duet of an “iconic song of love and collective solidarity”. Freya Ridings and Alexis Ffrench are also set to take to the stage.
Projections, lasers, and drone displays will be used to illuminate different locations around the nation. Dubbed “Lighting Up the Nation”, this will be the centrepiece of the concert. The BBC’s chief content officer, Charlotte Moore, stated that this event will bring the nation together and that she is delighted to have a world-class lineup of performers in store for what promises to be a unique and memorable evening.
The Coronation Choir, made up of community groups and amateur singers from across the country, will also be performing at the event. The Coronation Concert will be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.
This event will be a historical moment and a one-of-a-kind celebration of British music and culture. With such an impressive line-up of artists and performers, the coronation concert will undoubtedly be a night to remember for all who attend or watch from afar.
In conclusion, the Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle promises to be an unforgettable event, bringing together an incredible line-up of musicians and performers to celebrate the Queen’s remarkable reign. From the classical sounds of Andrea Bocelli and Katherine Jenkins, to the contemporary beats of Craig David and Shawn Mendes, this concert promises to showcase the very best of British talent. With breathtaking views of Windsor Castle as the backdrop, there’s no doubt that this will be a night to remember. We can hardly wait to join music fans from around the world in celebrating this momentous occasion. Long live the Queen!
