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Sir William McKie was an Australian-born organist and composer who became Organist and Master of the Choristers at Westminster Abbey. Appointed to the Abbey in 1941, he took up the post after wartime service and held it until 1963. He directed the music for the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and also arranged music for the 1947 wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, so he is central to studies of British ceremonial and church music.
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What was William McKie's role at Westminster Abbey?
Sir William McKie was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Westminster Abbey. He held the post from 1941 until 1963.
Which coronation did William McKie direct?
McKie directed the music for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. The ceremony took place at Westminster Abbey and was broadcast internationally.
Where was William McKie born?
William McKie was Australian-born. He later built his major British career at Westminster Abbey after wartime service.
When did William McKie serve at Westminster Abbey?
He served there from 1941 to 1963. His tenure covered the postwar period and the 1953 coronation of Elizabeth II.
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