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I was glad - Parry
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What music was played at Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation?
14. I was glad - Parry
Choral splendour and huge organ chords, Parry's anthem was the first piece to be played as the coronation service started in 1953. Settings of the text, Psalm 122, have been used throughout British history at coronations, including a setting by Purcell in 1685.
