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A host of incredible musicians including Nicola Benedetti, Murray Perahia and Andrew Lloyd Webber were honoured by President of the Royal College of Music, HRH The Prince of Wales, at a ceremony on 14 May 2014, recognising their outstanding contributions to music and music education.
The star violinist adds Fellowship of the Royal College of Music to her ever-expanding list of honorary degrees, which also includes awards from the Universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow Caledonian University. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
Jean Carter, Linda Hill, Matt NIcholl, Ingrid Pearson, Diana Roberts and Tim Walker are presented with Honorary Membership of the Royal College of Music by HRH The Prince of Wales to commemorate their significant contribution to the musical life of the UK. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
Lord Lloyd-Webber and Murray Perahia KBE await the presentation of the highest award at this morning's ceremony, the prestigious HonDMus from the Royal College of Music. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
All of this year's talented honours recipients stand for a photo with Prince Charles himself, following performances from the Royal College of Music students. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
Dmitri Alexeev, Martin André, Nicola Benedetti, Amanda Glauert, Stephen Johns, Ian Jones, Patricia Rozario, Russell Smythem and Alexander Solokov are awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Music. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
The musicians pose for a photo with HRH The Prince of Wales following the degree ceremony. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
Lord Lloyd Webber receives his Honorary Doctorate from HRH The Prince of Wales. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
The RCM Brass Ensemble, who performed music by Richard Strauss at this morning's ceremony, meet HRH The Prince of Wales. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
HRH The Prince of Wales takes a moment to chat with the latest recipients of honorary degrees, following a short concert. Photo: Chris Christodoulou
The pianist shakes hands with HRH The Prince of Wales as he receives his Honorary Doctorate. Photo: Chris Christodoulou