St Peter's School Meets The King and Queen Consort

St Peter’s School took part in a special service at York Minster on Wednesday November 9, to unveil and bless the new statue of Her Late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

His Majesty King Charles III and Camilla, the Queen Consort, visited the Minster as part of their royal visit to York. At the service, York Minster Choir sang for the Royal Party and choristers spoke in turn to the King afterwards.

Jeremy Walker, Head Master, said: “I was honoured to represent the school at this historic service to mark the unveiling of Her Late Majesty’s statue. It was a wonderful event and heart-warming to see such large crowds turning out to support the King and Queen Consort.”

“We are proud to educate the choristers of York Minster and, as ever, they sang excellently, and clearly enjoyed the occasion a great deal. It is a day we will never forget and the smiles in the photographs from the day, capture the atmosphere perfectly.”

Chorister, Will, said: “The King was so interested in us; he asked what instruments I played and how I fitted in all my prep!

Chorister Gus: It was really exciting, they were very kind, I’ll remember it forever!

Chorister Arthur: The Queen Consort asked all about my time as a chorister and was interested to know what I would do next.

Chorister Eliza: It was such an exhilarating morning!

Chorister, Henry: It was nerve-wracking, but very exciting. I hope they enjoyed the service.

Choristers Dorothea and Bertie: We were so excited!

Chorister Frances: I was so excited to sing for the King and Queen Consort because this was such an amazing opportunity.

Head of St Peter’s School, 8-13, Andy Falconer said: “It was wonderful to see the excitement of the choristers ahead of the service. They sang beautifully and the King and Queen Consort chatted with them after the service, and even let them get under their Royal umbrellas to keep out of the rain!”

Director of Music at St Peter’s School, 8-13, Holly Craven, said: “What an honour for our York Minster choristers to sing at such a special service and engage so happily with the King and Queen Consort.”