http://www.hellomagazine.com/music/2008/05/09/blake-classical-brit/

9 MAY 2008

It was an awards ceremony dominated by young talent, racy outfits and surprises. This year's Classical Brit Awards could have easily passed for an MTV bash as it championed the fresh new face of the genre, showing classical music can be just as sexy and exciting as its pop cousin.

Scooping the album of the year trophy at the London event were newcomers - classical boy band Blake. The handsome quartet of vocalists, who could easily have passed for a teen pop group as they were snapped outside the Royal Albert Hall, are aiming to bridge the gap between pop and classical music with their harmony-led ballads.

And the new kids on the block taking top honours wasn't the only unexpected factor at the ceremony which recognises the achievements of classical performers and UK music sales. Causing a stir by zooming onto the red carpet on the back of motorbike were rising stars New Zealand opera singer Hayley Westenra, and her tenor pal Jonathan Ansell.

Also drawing attention at the do - which will be screened on May 15 - was Phantom Of The Opera star Sarah Brightman. The 47-year-old soprano opted for a risqué leather outfit and skyscraper-heel, over-the-knee boots. She wasn't the only star pulling out all the sartorial stops. The evening's host, Myleene Klass - who never fails to deliver - was a vision in a Oscar-worthy canary yellow gown.

Liking the "rising stars" bit!

Love Molly xx

I expect there will be a few pics in the big mags next week then Molly

They certainly caused a stir which is wonderful.

Looks as if we'll be buying Hello magazine next week then

You have got to hand it to Jonathan Shalit ,( if it is him responsible)  he has certainly got at least two of his clients ,a very high profile at the Classical Brits, Myleen in her fantastic dress, and Jonathan , on the motorbike ,and his silver suit, both are in all the pictures of the CB ,

I am so glad Jonathan has JS as his manager, 

Jonfan

 thank you thats one magacine I will get

Me too.....well to take a peak at least, if the piccies are any good!!

Love the rising stars mention -great stuff

Hopeing both ok! and hello have features on the Classical Brits next week . 

I agree with you all about rising stars, and it was a very good article.