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    HRH The Prince of Wales at the Royal College of Music Annual Awards

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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.

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      1. Nicola Benedetti receives Fellowship of the Royal College of Music

      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

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      2. HRH The Prince of Wales with recipients of Honorary Membership

      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

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      3. HRH The Prince of Wales and Honorary Doctorate recipients

      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

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      4. HRH The Prince of Wales and the RCM Annual Awards winners 2014

      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

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      5. HRH The Prince of Wales with recipients of Fellowship of the Royal College of Music

      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

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      6. Nicola Benedetti, Murray Perahia and Andrew Lloyd Webber

      The musicians pose for a photo with HRH The Prince of Wales following the degree ceremony. Photo: Chris Christodoulou

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      7. Andrew Lloyd Webber receives Honorary Doctorate

      Lord Lloyd Webber receives his Honorary Doctorate from HRH The Prince of Wales. Photo: Chris Christodoulou

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      8. HRH The Prince of Wales and the RCM Brass Ensemble

      The RCM Brass Ensemble, who performed music by Richard Strauss at this morning's ceremony, meet HRH The Prince of Wales. Photo: Chris Christodoulou

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      9. Nicola Benedetti talks to HRH The Prince of Wales

      HRH The Prince of Wales takes a moment to chat with the latest recipients of honorary degrees, following a short concert. Photo: Chris Christodoulou

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      10. Murray Perahia receives Honorary Doctorate

      The pianist shakes hands with HRH The Prince of Wales as he receives his Honorary Doctorate. Photo: Chris Christodoulou

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