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Myleene Klass is to host an evening of Christmas celebrations with light displays, special effects and indoor fireworks at the O2 Arena, London.

Raymond Gubbay, the classical spectacular impresario, will make his debut at The O2 with 'Christmas Spectacular' cominge to The O2 on the 23 December for a rousing night of carols, traditional tunes and some cracking Christmas number ones. The event will be presented in association with Classic FM and the evening will be hosted by celebrity musician, Myleene Klass.

Anthony Inglis will conduct the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in this Christmas extravaganza which will also feature Alison Jiear and Stephanie Corley, Sopranos, Jon Christos, Tenor, the Royal Choral Society and Metro Voices. The concert will be all the public have come to expect of Gubbay's productions with light displays, special effects and an indoor firework finale.

Raymond Gubbay commented: "I am thrilled to be bringing my latest production to The O2. An audience of 20,000 will certainly create an amazing atmosphere to celebrate Christmas – I am sure this will be the first of many of my productions at the venue."

David Campbell, Chief Executive of AEG Europe, owners and operators of The O2, said: "Raymond Gubbay is a tour de force and I am delighted he will be bringing his latest Christmas production to The O2. The O2 has ventured into the classical sphere before and I know visitors will flock to see this latest concert that is sure to be an unforgettable one."

Tickets go on sale Friday 17 July at 9am from www.theo2.co.uk or by calling 0844 856 0202.

Myleene tonight finished off her last show on The Gcap One Network, and would just like to wish everyone who listened to the show a big "Thank you" for the support during her year on the Sunday evening slot, she really enjoyed every moment of it. Special thanks to everyone who texted in and took part in Myleene and Matts antics!

Baby Ava joined Myleene in the studio for the final show along with Christopher Biggins as they reminisced about their experiences in the jungle, as well as plan Myleene's 30th birthday party in April before being presented with flowers and champagne to close the show.

While Myleene has left the Sunday evening slot, you can still catch her on Classic FM every Saturday and Sunday, details of which can be found in the radio section.

In February's Classic FM Magazine, Myleene talks about Min-Jin Kym in her monthly 'Hot Property' column. Min-Jin Kym, a young South Korean-born, British-based violinist who for her first album, takes on two cornerstones of the violin repertoire; Beethoven Violin Concerto and Violin Sonata No.7. Myleene finds out how she came to play the violin and the challenges she faced.

You can pick up Classic FM Magazine from your local vendor, or subscribe and have have it delivered to your door every month!

Don't miss out on the latest Classic FM Magazine, its hot off the press and Myleene has taken the seat as guest editor leaving her own unique mark on the magazine. She features as the cover story for the magazine with a beautiful photo-shoot in which she reveals all about being pregnant, her classical music mission – bringing it to the masses, as well as how her career grows from strength to strength. Not only that but throughout the magazine Myleene has her say about the articles and what she does, and doesn't agree with – you also get to see how she got on as guest editor.

But wait, before you start thinking there can't be more – Myleene also returns for her monthly 'Hot Property' column, and this month she discusses the works of Maxim Rysanov – definitely worth a read. Plus, in true Classic FM Magazine fashion you get a free CD packed with beautiful classical pieces to inspire you – Myleene's favorite being Listz's Liebesträum.

So, what are you waiting for? Head out and purchase the October issue of the Classic FM Magazine – it'll be well worth it!