There will also be big screens outside the Palace

About 12,000 tickets will be allocated by ballot as the Royal Family aims to give everyone a fair chance of being part of the crowd.

Details of how to apply for both concerts by phone or internet will also be released, and tickets for a classical concert on 1 June in the Queen's garden will also be divided in a similar manner.

The BBC will produce and broadcast both concerts - which take place over an extended bank holiday weekend - around the world.

Giant screens constructed around the palace will allow those without tickets to see and be near the action.

Names in the frame include soul diva Aretha Franklin, Sir Elton John, Eric Clapton, Bryan Adams and Stevie Wonder.

Following the show the Queen will light a beacon signalling the start of a spectacular firework display and a chain of beacons stretching across the UK and the Commonwealth.