Chapter 1

COURT OF KING GEORGE III.--GRANTING OF THE CHARTER

Characters: King George III Queen Charlotte Prince of Wales Court Chamberlain Court Ladies Emissaries Cherokee Chief Gavot

Minuet

Through dramatic license, this scene takes place in the Court of King George III. Colonial emissaries, accompanied by a North American Indian, attend, and are graciously granted by the King a Royal Charter establishing the Society of the New York Hospital, along with a seal, insignia, and a money gift. A bit of color and romance attaches to the Cherokee's appearance in the scene.

Music: Orchestra "God Save the King" "Minuet Don Juan" "Largo" "Amaryllis"