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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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
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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
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7. Nicola Benedetti
Nicola Benedetti at the 2012 Classic Brit Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA
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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!
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9. Classic BRIT Awards 2012 Arrivals: Nicola Benedetti
Nicola Benedetti at the 2012 Classic Brit Awards at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA
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10. Alison Balsom
Trumpeter Alison Balsom arrives on the carpet. She's presenting the Composer award this evening.
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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
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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
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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
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14. Gareth Malone and the Military Wives
Looking lovely, as ever, Gareth Malone and two of his Military Wives Choir.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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19. Jackie and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
Jackie and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen have arrived at the Royal Albert Hall! Picture: JM Enternational
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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!
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29. Joe McElderry
Joe McElderry, who has just released a classical album, 'Classic', arrives at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: PA
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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
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31. Margherita Taylor
Classic FM's very own Margherita Taylor arrives on the red carpet. Picture: PA
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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
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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
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34. Cerys Matthews
Cerys Matthews, lead singer of Catatonia, arrives on the red carpet at the at the Classic BRIT Awards. Picture: PA
