The International Opera Awards 2014

The Oscars of opera, otherwise known as the second annual International Opera Awards, took place on 7 April 2014 at London's Grosvenor Hotel - and we were there to sample the glitz and the glamour...

1. International Opera Awards 2014

A flavour of the international event, where singers and music lovers from around the world came together to raise money for the world of opera. Photo: Jim Winslet
2. Phoebe Haines at the International Opera Awards 2014

Opera Awards bursary winner Phoebe Haines performs on stage at the International Opera Awards. Photo: Jim Winslet
3. International Opera Awards 2014

Best Female Singer, Best Male Singer, philanthropy awards... but who will win? Photo: Jim Winslet
4. Diana Damrau at the International Opera Awards 2014

Diana Damrau picks up the Best Female Singer award. Photo: Jim Winslet
5. Stuart Skelton at the International Opera Awards 2014

Stuart Skelton looks genuinely shocked to receive the Best Male Singer Award at this year's ceremony. Photo: Jim Winslet
6. Silent Auction at International Opera Awards 2014

A very special exhibition of pictures for the silent auction at the International Opera Awards, raising money for young singers in the field. Photo: Jim Winslet
7. Glamour at the International Opera Awards 2014

The chandeliers are lit, the awards are sparkling on stage, and thousands of pounds are being raised for musicians across the world. Photo: Jim Winslet
8. Stuart Skelton at the International Opera Awards 2014

Stuart Skelton makes a heartfelt acceptance speech. Photo: Jim Winslet
9. International Opera Awards 2014

A bespoke painting created live as the awards take place, to be auctioned off later in the evening. Photo: Jim Winslet
10. International Opera Awards 2014

The mastermind behind the International Opera Awards, Harry Hyman, makes a speech on stage. Photo: Jim Winslet
11. Diana Damrau at the International Opera Awards 2014

The soprano poses with her award. Photo: Jim Winslet
12. Duncan Rock and Susana Gasper at the International Opera Awards 2014

The singers treat the audience to a little Mozart on stage at the International Opera Awards 2014. Photo: Jim Winslet
13. International Opera Awards 2014

Displaying the artwork for guests to buy as they enjoy a glass of champagne or two. Photo: Jim Winslet
14. Stuart Skelton International Opera Awards 2014

Photo: Jim Winslet
15. International Opera Awards 2014

Speeches at the International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
16. Duncan Rock performs at the International Opera Awards 2014

Duncan Rock performs on stage at The Operas. Photo: Jim Winslet
17. International Opera Awards 2014

Stopping for a song in front of the press board. Photo: Jim Winslet
18. International Opera Awards 2014

Lady Solti poses with the Solti Award, given out at The Operas at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
19. International Opera Awards 2014

Sir John Tomlinson takes over the press run after presenting an award. Photo: Jim Winslet
20. International Opera Awards 2014

Best Female Singer and Best Male Singer pose for a photo. Photo: Jim Winslet
21. International Opera Awards 2014

The Solti Award, a gold hand with a baton, given out at the International Opera Awards 2014. Photo: Jim Winslet
22. International Opera Awards 2014

Raising money for musicians and opera lovers, the live auction at the International Opera Awards. Photo: Jim Winslet
23. International Opera Awards 2014

International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
24. International Opera Awards 2014

International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet