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    Classical Brits 2008

    1. All Angels at the Classical Brits 2008

      1. All Angels

      All girl vocal group All Angels add a touch of heavenly glamour to the red carpet.

    2. Anna Netrebko at the Classical Brits 2008

      2. Anna Netrebko

      Winner of Singer Of The Year in 2007 and 2008 nominee Anna Netrebko shows off her baby bump.

    3. Hayley Westenra & Jonathan Ansell

      3. Hayley's Harley

      Hayley Westenra and Jonathan Ansell make a rousing entrance on the back of a Harley Davidson motorbike.

    4. Hayley Westenra & Jonathan Ansell

      4. Hayley Westenra & Jonathan Ansell

      After making their big entrance, Soprano Hayley Westenra and Tenor Jonathan Ansell pose for the cameras.

    5. Nicola Benedetti at the Classical Brits 2008

      5. Nicola Benedetti

      After missing out on the award in previous years, violinist Nicola Benedetti proudly holds on to her BRIT.

    6. Lesley Garrett at the Classical Brits 2008

      6. Lesley Garrett

      Singer and presenter of Classic FM's Opera Show, Lesley Garrett.

    7. Myleene Klass in Yellow at the Classical Brits

      7. Myleene Klass

      Myleene on the red carpet.

    8. Natasha Marsh at the Classical Brits 2008

      8. Natasha Marsh

      Soprano Natasha Marsh sizzles in a silver frock.

    9. Sarah Brightman at the Classical Brits

      9. Sarah Brightman

      Sarah Brightman arrives to perform a duet with Andrea Bocelli at the BRITs.

    10. Danielle de Niese at the Classical Brits 2008

      10. Danielle de Niese

      The Lady in Red. Rising star Danielle de Niese looks sassy and sexy for her first Classical BRIT Awards ceremony.

    11. David Garrett at the Classical Brits 2008

      11. David Garrett

      Virtuoso violinist David Garrett closely guards his new violin.

    12. Jane Asher at the Classical Brits 2008

      12. Jane Asher

      Actress Jane Asher signs autographs for the waiting fans.

    13. Myleene Klass at the Classical Brits 2008

      13. Myleene Klass

      As the host of the prestigious awards ceremony, Myleene selects a red carpet frock with real wow factor.

    14. Annie Lennox at the Classical Brits 2008

      14. Annie Lennox

      The rock diva presented Anna Netrebko with the Female Artist of the Year award.

    15. Brian Blessed at the Classical Brits 2008

      15. Brian Blessed

      The actor enjoys the backstage buzz. What a nice scarf!

    16. Sir Colin Davis at the Classical Brits 2008

      16. Sir Colin Davis

      The incredible conductor celebrates his success.

    17. Steven Isserlis at the Classical Brits 2008

      17. Steven Isserlis

      The Critic's Award winner shows of his trophy.

    18. Blake at the Classical Brits 2008

      18. Blake

      Winner of the NS & I Album of the Year, vocal quartet Blake.

    19. Josh Groban at the Classical Brits 2008

      19. Josh Groban

      Singer Josh Groban looks dashing in black.

    20. Laurence Llewelyn Bowen and Nicola Benedetti

      20. Laurence Llewelyn Bowen and Nicola Benedetti

      Laurence Llewelyn Bowen strikes a pose with winner of the Young British Performer award, Nicola Benedetti.

    21. Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber at the Classical Brits

      21. Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber

      Andrew Lloyd Webber holds on tightly to his Outstanding Contribution Award.

    22. James Newton Howard at the Classical Brits 2008

      22. James Newton Howard

      Winner of Soundtrack of the Year, James Newton Howard, for the fantastic Blood Diamond film.

    23. Julian Lloyd Webber at the Classical BRITs 2008

      23. Julian Lloyd Webber & Guest

      Distinguished cellist, Julian Lloyd Webber, looks very smart.

    24. Myleene Klass at the Classical Brits 2008

      24. Myleene Klass

      Myleene is happy to sign some autographs for the adoring fans.

    25. Ruth Palmer at the Classical Brits 2008

      25. Ruth Palmer

      The 2007 winner of the Young British Classical Performer BRIT award, violinist Ruth Palmer.

    26. Xuefei Yang at the Classical Brits 2008

      26. Xuefei Yang

      Classical guitarist, Xuefei Yang, looks beautiful in a sleek silver dress.

    27. Sophie Cashell winner of the BBC Classical Star

      27. Sophie Cashell

      Winner of the BBC 'Classical Star' competition - the lovely pianist Sophie Cashell.

    28. Alfie Boe

      28. Alfie Boe

      Alfie Boe was nominated for two BRIT awards this year - NS & I Album of the Year and Male of the Year.

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