Queen Elizabeth II’s support for classical music was generous, unwavering, throughout her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II was a generous patron of classical music and the arts. Her involvement in the nation’s musical life was reflected in the positions she appointed, musical honours she awarded regularly, her patronage of music and music institutions, and her regular attendance at concerts and other classical music events. The fact that the Queen had two honorary degrees in Music (awarded before she ascended the throne) – a Bachelor of Music (BMus) from the University of London and a Doctor of Music (DMus) from the University of Wales – is fittingly symbolic of her commitment to music. Appointing the first female Master of the Queen’s Music was established to recognise significant musicians, in 2005, Queen Elizabeth II inaugurated The Queen’s Medal for Music, to be “presented annually to an outstanding individual or group of musicians who have had a major influence on the musical life of the nation.” By opening and endorsing concert halls, music institutions and events Queen Elizabeth II regularly attended events and festivals, to open them or as an esteemed guest.