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Princess Charlotte plays surprise duet with the Princess of Wales to start Christmas celebrations

Princess Charlotte plays the piano

Princess Charlotte took a starring role in her mum’s Christmas carol concert, joining Kate at the piano for a duet.

The princess, third in line to the throne, sat with her mum at a grand piano for a special performance that started this year’s Together at Christmas celebration.

The Princess of Wales had teased the duet earlier on social media, showing her hand on the keys of the piano alongside that of another person.

Mum and daughter clearly relished their performance together, turning often to one another to share smiles as they played their tune.

As the music unfolded, Kate could also be heard speaking of the importance of love and togetherness.

The special mother daughter moment came at the very beginning of the concert which was recorded at Westminster Abbey on December 5.

The Princess of Wales was joined by her husband and three children at the service.

Other members of the Royal Family were also there including the Duchess of Edinburgh and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.

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