Classic FM Live 2013 with Laithwaite's Wine: behind the scenes
All the action from behind the scenes at Classic FM Live 2013 from the Royal Albert Hall, from the rehearsals to the interviews to the performance itself.
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1. The Albert Hall in all its glory
The setting for this year's Classic FM Live - the sensational Royal Albert Hall! All the artists are packed inside for rehearsals, it's time for Classic FM to go behind the scenes... Picture: Richard Johnson
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2. Inside the piano
A sneaky peak inside the piano that Joseph Moog will be performing the Grieg Piano Concerto will be playing in the Royal Albert Hall. Just in case you were wondering who made it. Picture: Richard Johnson
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3. The Royal Northern Sinfonia warm up
Getting ready for a packed programme tonight, it's the Royal Northern Sinfonia in casual attire. Picture: Richard Johnson
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4. Final adjustments
Going through every detail and making sure its perfect before showtime at Classic FM Live... Picture: Richard Johnson
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5. Skies are blue...
The hall is looking splendid as ever, the perfect setting for Classic FM Live. Photo: Richard Johnson
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6. Stray French Horn...
Who leaves one of those lying around? We think it's something to do with the Central Band of the Royal Air Force... Photo: Richard Johnson
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7. Practising backstage
It takes a lot of concentration to walk and play, so the Central Band are giving it a dry run backstage. Picture: Richard Johnson
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8. Marching into the hall
You can't march into the Royal Albert Hall without a handy instrumental music stand! Picture: Richard Johnson
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9. The calm before the storm?
Time for a quick email check before going on stage? Instrumentalists line the halls backstage at the Royal Albert Hall. Picture: Richard Johnson
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10. Jack Topping, choral celebrity
Jack gets used to his newfound fame, tweeting a picture of his dressing room door. Picture: @OfficialTopping
