Katherine Jenkins records first version of new national anthem for BBC since the Queen’s death

KATHERINE Jenkins yesterday recorded the first version of the new national anthem for the BBC since the Queen’s death.

The classical singer’s rendition of God Save the King was captured in a small church in Sussex.

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It closed yesterday’s extended World At One on BBC Radio 4.

Jenkins, who performed at the Queen’s 90th and at her Platinum Jubilee, had a silent prayer before “singing from the heart”.

Speaking yesterday, she said: “I have only the fondest memories of singing the national anthem for Her Majesty the Queen.

“While my heart is heavy with grief, singing this today for the first time is a huge honour.

“It was sung with the belief that King Charles III’s reign will be happy and glorious.”

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