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King Charles and Queen Camilla Celebrate 20th Anniversary with Musical Premiere at Balmoral

A new composition performed at Crathie Kirk highlights the royal couple’s enduring love and connection to Scotland, as King Charles continues cancer treatment.

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Overview

  • King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended a church service at Crathie Kirk near Balmoral to mark their 20th wedding anniversary.
  • The service featured the premiere of 'The Weather of My Being,' a musical composition by Professor Paul Mealor, performed by St John’s Festival Choir.
  • The piece comprises three songs drawing on poetry, biblical texts, and Scottish literature, reflecting the couple’s shared love of music, faith, and Scotland.
  • The royal couple received a handwritten manuscript of the composition, which they described as deeply touching and meaningful.
  • Their anniversary celebrations also included a recent state visit to Italy, during which they met Pope Francis, as King Charles continues cancer treatment.