Who is James Vivian? Organist conducting the choir at Prince Philip’s funeral
THE Royal Family will say their final farewell to Prince Philip tomorrow afternoon as he’s laid to rest at St George’s Chapel in Windsor. This evening, it was announced that James Vivian will be conducting the choir at the ceremony – here’s everything you need to know about him. Who is James Vivian? James Vivian […]
THE Royal Family will say their final farewell to Prince Philip tomorrow afternoon as he’s laid to rest at St George’s Chapel in Windsor.
This evening, it was announced that James Vivian will be conducting the choir at the ceremony – here’s everything you need to know about him.
Who is James Vivian?
James Vivian is the Director of Music at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle where Prince Philip‘s funeral is taking place.
As he outlines on his website, the critically acclaimed organist and conductor studied at King’s College, Cambridge where he held the Dr AH Mann Organ Scholarship.
Since graduating, James has appeared in the BBC Proms, The Three Choirs festival and the Lincoln Festival in New York City.
Alongside his role as an Organist and Director of Music, James Vivian has also previously been an examiner for The Royal Academy of Music and The Royal College of Organists.
What royal occasions has James Vivian taken part in?
As the Director of Music, James oversees the performances at all royal occasions taking place at the chapel.
In 2018, the expert conducted the Temple choir at both Meghan Markle and Prince Harry‘s wedding and Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s special day.
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What will the choir sing at Prince Philip’s funeral?
The Palace said yesterday that music requested by Philip in funeral plans have been specially-adapted to cope with Covid rules.
Prince Philip chose the hymn Eternal Father, Strong To Save to be sung at his funeral – which has strong associations with the navy.
The Duke also selected The Rhosymedre which was played at Princess Diana’s funeral.
The choir will consist of one soprano and three lay clarks who will be conducted by James Vivian.