Here’s what we know about Kate Middleton’s traditional Christmas concert

An early Christmas present. After a long recovery from cancer treatment, and despite her return to the public arena, it was not yet confirmed that Kate Middleton would host the traditional Christmas concert this year. But it is done now. The Kensington Palace confirmed the news, which was immediately reported by the British media. After this confirmation, some details were also revealed about this evening.

It remains to confirm the presence of children

Kate Middleton will perform a Christmas concert at London’s Westminster Abbey on Friday, December 6. While Prince William’s presence at her side is guaranteed, as are the rest of the royal family, the presence of their children, George, Charlotte and Louis, will not be confirmed until the same day. It should be noted, however, that the presence of the entire royal family is traditional.

Celebrate compassion

This year, 1,600 people will be invited to the ceremony. For the theme, the Princess of Wales chose to “highlight those people in the United Kingdom who have shown love, kindness and compassion to others in their community”. BBC reports From the press release of the Chamber. Kate Middleton thus wants to “celebrate the many people who support those in need. people who have inspired, advised, comforted and above all shown that love is the greatest gift one can receive,” the British media outlet details.

For those who would like to sing with the princess, the event will be filmed and broadcast on the UK channel ITV1 and will be available to stream on the UK’s ITVx on December 24.

When Kate was playing the piano

This Christmas concert is the fourth organized by Kate Middleton. The first was in 2021. The then Duchess of Cambridge caused a sensation by going on stage to play the piano. In the middle of a bed of candles arranged at Westminster Abbey, Prince William’s wife accompanied singer Tom Walker for “For Those Who Can’t Be Here” (For Those Who Can’t Be Here). Perfect.