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Andrew Lloyd Webber has shared the official version of “Make a Joyful Noise,” the specially commissioned anthem he composed and premiered during Saturday’s Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III & Queen Camilla.

The studio version was performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Choir of Westminster Abbey, the Fanfare Trumpeters of the Royal Air Force, Westminster Abbey sub-organist Peter Holder, and conducted by organist & Master Of The Choristers at Westminster Abbey, Andrew Nethsingha, while the version that premiered live Saturday features the handpicked Coronation Orchestra.

The live recording is...

Prince, the enigmatic and renowned rock star beloved by millions, was just another devoted member to the congregation of the St. Louis Park, Minnesota, Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall. Known to member Anna Barry as simply "Brother Nelson," Prince (whose real name was Prince Rogers Nelson) was "in good standing," and would go door-to-door with the ministry, she tells People. "He [witnessed] in the beginning," Barry explains. "He had a very special territory. He was able to talk to those who the rest of us would never be able to talk to - celebrities, for example." Prince, who died on Thursday at...

Britain's Got Talent's Jonathan Antoine has announced the release of his first solo album.

The singer and his former partner Charlotte Jaconelli both signed solo deals earlier this year, following the success of their two albums Together and Perhaps Love.

Antoine will release his first solo collection, Tenore, on October 13 via Sony Classical.

Speaking about his song selections for the record, Antoine said: "I have chosen 'La donna e mobile' from Verdi's Rigoletto as the opera is such huge fun! I was first introduced to it by Sara Reynolds, my teacher from The Junior Royal Academy Of Music, so it has wonderful associations for me.

"I have been singing 'Panis Angelicus' ever since the age of 13. I was taught it by Jenny Ewington, my very first singing teacher, so it has extra special meaning for me.

"Just to ring the changes, I have included 'Love Changes Everything' on...

Los Angeles, CA, United States (Ahn Entertainment) - If you haven't gotten enough of the Royal Wedding, here comes the Official Album. The official recording of the wedding's music and words is now available for purchase.

Just like The Wedding of Charles and Diana in 1981 and the recording of Funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales in 1997, Decca Records had the entire wedding service available for download and streaming within hours after the ceremony.

It features the music of the Choir of Westminster Abbey, the Chapel Royal Choir, the London Chamber Orchestra and the Fanfare Team from the Central Band of the Royal Air Force. It also includes, for your listening pleasure, the vows, the prayers, the blessing, and more.

Classical record producer Anna Barry helmed the recording. "This is a great honor and an enormous responsibility. The wedding means so much to millions of people all over the world --...

London, UK (X17online) - Prince William and Kate Middleton will be walking down the aisle on April 29, and for those who can't make it to the ceremony, the entire service will be available on iTunes. In addition to the actual ceremony, the couple's vows will be released in a digital format within hours of the service. Britain's Decca Records will be in charge of recording the audio. A CD will also be available in stores on May 5. Producer Anna Barry will produce the album. When asked about the big responsibility, Barry said: "The wedding means so much to millions of people all over the world. We have to capture every note and every nuance perfectly and have the recording ready within minutes of the end of the ceremony." Several bands will be playing at the event including the Abbey's choir.

As befits a modern-day royal wedding, Prince William and Kate Middleton's nuptials on April 29 will be recorded and available for download on iTunes within hours of the service ending. Decca Records is expected to release the entire ceremony digitally on the day of the wedding. Then, a deluxe CD package, featuring a special collector's booklet, will roll out in the U.S. on May 10. Individual tracks from the service, including the vows, will also be available as singles. The wedding is shaping up to be a real musical event in its own right. Confirmed performers include the Choir of Westminster Abbey,...