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

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