The Royal remix in Manchester: Charles III tries his hand
On Monday March 16th the Duke of Cambridge took a spin on professional decks while touring Aviva Studios with young people supported by the charity. He met aspiring musician Christian St Louis, who noted that "it's not as easy as it looks" for his royal guest to get into rhythm quickly during their time together at Factory International in Manchester. The King also engaged directly with volunteers and staff from two sites across Greater Manchester before attempting a spot of DIY refurbishment work on recycling equipment earlier in the day.
Key Points
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1King Charles III attempted to use a set of turntables while visiting Manchester on March 16.
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2The royal visit included meetings with young people supported by the King's Trust charity at Aviva Studios and Factory International.
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3"Aspiring DJ" Christian St Louis, aged 22 from Middleton Grange, was among those engaged during his tour.
Developments
King Charles attempted DJing at Aviva Studios after aspiring musician Christian St Louis taught him basic mixing techniques on behalf of his King's Trust charity visit. This interaction highlighted the Creative Futures program—a partnership between the trust and Elba Hope Foundation—that provides free arts courses to over 100 young people in Manchester, helping them build confidence for creative careers like DJing or music production.
King Charles visited Aviva Studios in Manchester on March 16 to meet musician Christian St Louis for a project involving charities that support careers in the arts. During his visit, he attempted DJ mixing but was playfully teased by an observer about how difficult it is compared to what appears easy from outside.
King Charles visited three sites across Greater Manchester and Cheshire on March 16 to meet with members of the public, staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries from his charity. During these visits in Aviva Studios at The Renew Hub, he attempted DJing under guidance while also participating in DIY refurbishment work by repairing a recycled chair.
King Charles attempted DJing at Aviva Studios after being invited on stage aspiring artist Christian St Louis during a visit supported by King's Trust charity activities like Creative Futures. The interaction highlighted the trust's role in helping young people develop creative skills, with Mr Elba noting that such courses have been instrumental for aspiring artists since his own teenage years.
King Charles III visited Aviva Studios in Manchester to meet youth beneficiaries of his charity's Creative Futures program. During a DJ demonstration by Christian St Louis from Middleton, King admitted he was learning as well while also hearing poetry recited and discussing stage construction skills with other young people supported through the initiative launched alongside Elba Hope Foundation.