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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...
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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
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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
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3. International Opera Awards 2014
Best Female Singer, Best Male Singer, philanthropy awards... but who will win? Photo: Jim Winslet
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4. Diana Damrau at the International Opera Awards 2014
Diana Damrau picks up the Best Female Singer award. Photo: Jim Winslet
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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
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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
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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
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8. Stuart Skelton at the International Opera Awards 2014
Stuart Skelton makes a heartfelt acceptance speech. Photo: Jim Winslet
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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
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10. International Opera Awards 2014
The mastermind behind the International Opera Awards, Harry Hyman, makes a speech on stage. Photo: Jim Winslet
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11. Diana Damrau at the International Opera Awards 2014
The soprano poses with her award. Photo: Jim Winslet
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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
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13. International Opera Awards 2014
Displaying the artwork for guests to buy as they enjoy a glass of champagne or two. Photo: Jim Winslet
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14. Stuart Skelton International Opera Awards 2014
Photo: Jim Winslet
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15. International Opera Awards 2014
Speeches at the International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
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16. Duncan Rock performs at the International Opera Awards 2014
Duncan Rock performs on stage at The Operas. Photo: Jim Winslet
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17. International Opera Awards 2014
Stopping for a song in front of the press board. Photo: Jim Winslet
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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
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19. International Opera Awards 2014
Sir John Tomlinson takes over the press run after presenting an award. Photo: Jim Winslet
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20. International Opera Awards 2014
Best Female Singer and Best Male Singer pose for a photo. Photo: Jim Winslet
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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
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22. International Opera Awards 2014
Raising money for musicians and opera lovers, the live auction at the International Opera Awards. Photo: Jim Winslet
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23. International Opera Awards 2014
International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
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24. International Opera Awards 2014
International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
