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    Classic BRIT Awards 2012: red carpet arrivals

    Nicola Benedetti, André Rieu, Andrea Bocelli, and so many more, on the red carpet at this year's biggest classical music awards ceremony, the Classic BRITs - the weather might not be wonderful, but the stars are out in force.

    1. Laura Wright at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      1. Laura Wright

      Laura Wright, nominated for her album 'The Last Rose', was looking lovely at the 2012 Classic BRIT Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA

    2. Classic BRIT Awards Red Carpet arrivals

      2. André Rieu and Anthony Hopkins chat to Classic FM

      Classic FM's Lucy Coward chats to André Rieu and Anthony Hopkins, ahead of what's sure to be a colourful performance from André and his Johann Strauss Orchestra.

    3. Classic BRIT Awards Red Carpet arrivals

      3. Hayley Westenra

      Umbrella in hand, Hayley is nominated for her album 'Paradiso'. She took the time to chat to Classic FM ahead of the ceremony.

    4. Classic BRIT Awards Red Carpet arrivals

      4. Laura Wright on the red carpet

      It may be raining, but Laura Wright and Classic FM's Lucy Coward are still in high spirits!

    5. John Suchet at the 2012 Classic Brit Awards 2012

      5. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 Arrivals: John Suchet

      Classic FM's resident Beethoven expert is here! John Suchet is presenting the Lifetime Achievement Award this evening. Picture: PA

    6. Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      6. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 Arrivals: Maria Dudley, Gareth Malone and Eden Bowl

      Maria Dudley, Gareth Malone and Eden Bowl at the 2012 Classic Brit Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: JM Enternational

    7. Classic BRIT Awards Red Carpet arrivals

      7. Nicola Benedetti

      Nicola Benedetti at the 2012 Classic Brit Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA

    8. Classic BRIT Awards Red Carpet arrivals

      8. Alison Balsom and Nicola Benedetti

      Although they are both nominated for the same category, Alison and Nicola remain friends, united by their love for classical music!

    9. Nicola Benedetti at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      9. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 Arrivals: Nicola Benedetti

      Nicola Benedetti at the 2012 Classic Brit Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA

    10. Alison Balsom Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      10. Alison Balsom

      Trumpeter Alison Balsom arrives on the carpet. She's presenting the Composer award this evening.

    11. Andrea Bocelli at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      11. Andrea Bocelli

      Looking great in his designer sunglasses, Andrea Bocelli is ready and waiting for tonight's performance - he'll be singing 'Amazing Grace' with the London Chamber Orchestra. Picture: PA

    12. Classic BRIT Awards Red Carpet arrivals

      12. Gareth Malone and the Military Wives on the red carpet

      Gareth Malone and the Military Wives make their way through the rain to the Royal Albert Hall, ready for their performance this evening. Picture: PA

    13. Sir Anthony Hopkins attends the Classic BRIT Award

      13. Sir Anthony Hopkins

      A true performer at all times, Sir Anthony Hopkins makes an appearance at the Royal Albert Hall. He composed a waltz for André Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra. Picture: PA

    14. Maria Dudley, Gareth Malone and Eden Bowl Classic

      14. Gareth Malone and the Military Wives

      Looking lovely, as ever, Gareth Malone and two of his Military Wives Choir.

    15. Laura Wright attends the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      15. Laura Wright

      Laura Wright, nominated for Classic FM's Album of the Year for 'The Last Rose', arrives ready for tonight's star-studded ceremony. Picture: JM Enternational

    16. Classic BRIT Awards Red Carpet arrivals

      16. Nicola Benedetti and Alison Balsom

      Both nominated for the same awards, Alison and Nicola are still friends, united by their love of classical music.

    17. Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      17. Russell Watson and David Webb

      David Webb, one part of the vocal four-part, Amore, and Russell Watson. They will be perfoming together this evening. Picture: JM Enternational

    18. Myleene Klass at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      18. Myleene Klass

      The beautiful Myleene Klass shows off her dress at the Classic BRITs. She'll be presenting on stage this evening. Picture: PA

    19. Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      19. Jackie and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen

      Jackie and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen have arrived at the Royal Albert Hall! Picture: JM Enternational

    20. Myleene Klass at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      20. Myleene Klass

      Hostess with the mostess Myleene Klass strikes a pose on the red carpet. We're looking forward to seeing her on the stage this evening. Picture: PA

    21. Charlotte Jaconelli and Jonathan arrive at the Cla

      21. Jonathan and Charlotte

      Britain's Got Talent stars Charlotte Jaconelli and Jonathan Antoine step onto the red carpet at the Royal Albert Hall. Their new album 'Together', is in the Top 5 this week. Picture: PA

    22. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 with Ramin Karimloo

      22. Ramin Karimloo: Phantom of the Opera

      Ramin Karimloo, also known as the Phantom of the Opera in the West End production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical, has arrived, ready to perform at this evening's concert. Picture: PA

    23. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 with Paul Mealor

      23. Paul Mealor

      Paul Mealor, composer of the Military Wives' Classic BRITs-nominated single 'Wherever You Are' arrives at the Classic BRIT Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA

    24. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 with Benjamin Grosvenor

      24. Benjamin Grosvenor

      Benjamin Grosvenor, nominated for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and the Critics' Award, arrives after a busy week of award ceremonies! Picture: PA

    25. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 with Sierra Boggess

      25. Sierra Boggess: Phantom of the Opera

      Sierra Boggess, star of the West End musical Phantom of the Opera arrives on the red carpet. She'll be performing later with Ramin Karimloo. Picture: PA

    26. Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      26. Ramin Karimloo and Sierra Boggess: Phantom of the Opera

      Phantom of the Opera stars are reunited at the Classic BRITs red carpet run. It may be raining, but everyone's still smiling. Picture: JM Enternational

    27. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 with Noah stewart

      27. Noah Stewart

      Noah Stewart, nominated for Classic FM's Album of the Year for his album 'Noah', makes an appearance at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: JM Enternational

    28. Amore at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      28. Amore

      Peter Brathwaite, Monica McGhee, Victoria Gray and David Webb, otherwise known as pop-opera quartet Amore, arrive at the Royal Albert Hall. They performed at the launch party this year, and even sang Happy Birthday to Classic FM!

    29. Joseph McElderry attends the Classic BRIT Awards 2

      29. Joe McElderry

      Joe McElderry, who has just released a classical album, 'Classic', arrives at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA

    30. Russell Watson at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      30. Russell Watson

      Classic BRITs-nominated Russell Watson arrives, ready to find out who will win the Classic FM Album of the Year category at this year's awards. He'll be performing with Amore later this evening. Picture: PA

    31. Margherita Taylor at the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      31. Margherita Taylor

      Classic FM's very own Margherita Taylor arrives on the red carpet. Picture: PA

    32. Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      32. Hayley Westenra

      Hayley Westenra, nominated in the Classic FM Album of the Year category with her album 'Paradiso', arrives at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA

    33. Connie Fisher attends the Classic BRIT Awards 2012

      33. Connie Fisher

      Connie Fisher, Maria in the West End revival of 'The Sound of Music', arrives on the red carpet. She won the show 'How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria'. Picture: PA

    34. Cerys Matthews attends the Classic BRIT Awards 201

      34. Cerys Matthews

      Cerys Matthews, lead singer of Catatonia, arrives on the red carpet at the at the Classic BRIT Awards. Picture: PA

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