The Classical BRIT Awards
Myleene first presented The Classical BRIT Awards with NS&I in May 2008 with the world’s greatest operatic voices, musicians and classical performers taking to the stage alongside the brightest new talents for an evening of celebration and captivating world-exclusive performances.
The show featured performances from Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman cellist Steven Isserlis, soprano Anna Netrebko with ‘Les Filles de Cadix’, Josh Groban, David Garrett and Valeriy Sokolov who were accompanied by Chinese guitarist Xuefei Yang, Hayley Westenra and Jonathan Ansell. The show came to a close as two of the world’s greatest operatic talents Andrea Bocelli and Anna Netrebko performed together for the very first time singing ‘Brindisi’. The London Chamber Orchestra conducted by David Charles Abell accompanied all performers.
At the time Myleene commented "The Classical BRITS is the biggest event in the classical calendar’ commented Myleene. “To be the host is a personal highlight in my career. I'm really looking forward to presenting a ceremony that is so close to my heart and I'm sure it will be a magical evening."
After this successful debut Myleene returned as presenter for the Classical BRIT Awards 2009 on the 14th May at the Royal Albert hall. This year saw the Classical Brits celebrating their 10 year anniverary, and Myleene couldn't wait to be a part of it.
“I am thrilled to be asked back for a second year to host the biggest event on the classical calendar, The Classical BRIT Awards. It is an event that is close to my heart and I am really looking forward to being a part of the 10th Anniversary celebrations and presenting what will be an unforgettable night. Now all I have to do is find a dress!”
The show included performances from the world’s biggest selling female classical artist Katherine Jenkins, legendary tenors José Carreras and Plácido Domingo of ‘The Three Tenors’ and award winning 13 year old Faryl Smith.
You can view video highlights from both shows on the right.
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