Twelve new pieces of music will be heard at his coronation King Charles of Britains at Westminster Abbey in May, including Greek Orthodox music, Buckingham Palace has announced.

Six orchestral orders, five choral and one instrumental, have been composed by British composers, including a new coronation hymn by the great composer Andrew Lloyd Webber. Webber, who is known for classic musicals including The Phantom Of The Opera, Cats, Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar, said he was “incredibly honoured” to be asked to compose a new anthem.

“A range of musical styles and performers combine tradition, heritage and ceremony with today’s new musical voices, reflecting the King’s lifelong love and support of music and the arts”the palace said in a statement.

Buckingham also announced that Charles asked for orthodox music, as a tribute to his father, Prince Philip, who was born on the Greek island of Corfu and passed away in 2021. It will be performed by a Byzantine Vocal Ensemble.

The new king maintains special ties with Greece. His father and grandfather, Prince Andreas, were members of the Greek royal family. His great-grandfather is King George I. Charles himself has visited our country many times, and has developed a special relationship with Mount Athos.

Meanwhile, according to the Daily Mail, two popular singers refused to participate in the coronation of King Charles, Adele and Ed Sheeran, citing professional obligations.

According to the Mail, however, very close to saying “yes” is Lionel Richie, while they are said to have accepted Spice Girls to join the celebrations, with the reunion eagerly awaited, although Victoria Beckham’s participation is not certain.