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Diana, Princess of Wales 1961–1997 – The BBC Recording of the Funeral Service (Music CD, 1997)
This official BBC Worldwide Music release, issued by Decca Records, captures the moving Funeral Service of Diana, Princess of Wales held at Westminster Abbey on September 6th, 1997. The recording preserves the historic atmosphere, including readings, hymns, and musical performances such as Elton John’s “Candle in the Wind” and John Tavener’s “Alleluia”. A dignified and emotional tribute that remains an important historical and commemorative audio document.
🎵 Track Highlights:
Introduction: William Harris – Prelude
National Anthem
Funeral Sentences
Hymn: I Vow to Thee, My Country
Reading – Lady Sarah McCorquodale
Verdi Requiem – Libera Me
Reading – Lady Jane Fellowes
Hymn: The King of Love My Shepherd Is
Reading – Tony Blair
Elton John – Candle In The Wind
Tribute – The Earl Spencer
Hymn: Make Me a Channel of Your Peace
Air from County Derry
The Lord’s Prayer
John Tavener – Alleluia
| Genre | Spoken Word, Classical, Memorial |
| Record Label | BBC Worldwide Music |
| Edition | Original 1997 Release |
| Type | Live Recording |
| Style | Orchestral, Choral, Hymns, Commemoration |
| Release Year | 1997 |
| CD Grading | Very Good |
| Case Type | Jewel Case: Standard |
| Case Condition | Very Good |
| Inlay Condition | Very Good |
| Colour | Black cover with memorial portrait |
| Features | Live recording of the funeral service held at Westminster Abbey, London – September 6, 1997 |
| Country/Region of Manufacture | Germany |
| Language | English |
| Era | 1990s |
| Run Time | 74 Minutes |
| MPN | 460 000-2 |
| Catalogue Number | 028946000021 |
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