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7 May 2023
The musical selection for the royal event of the year, the coronation of Charles III, is surprisingly modern, from choirs to a Spotify playlist. Here's what we can expect to hear.
5 May 2023
King Charles will be presented to "the people" - a tradition dating back to Anglo-Saxon times. Standing beside the 700-year-old Coronation Chair, the King will turn to face the four sides of the abbey and be proclaimed the "undoubted King" before the congregation is asked to show their homage and service.
2 May 2023
Why choose May 6 for the new King's coronation? Who will be performing at the coronation concert? Will Prince Harry be there? And what's for lunch?
22 Apr 2023
At present, no exact sum has been given on how much the coronation will cost but it's been estimated at £100million.

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