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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...
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
Opera Awards bursary winner Phoebe Haines performs on stage at the International Opera Awards. Photo: Jim Winslet
Best Female Singer, Best Male Singer, philanthropy awards... but who will win? Photo: Jim Winslet
Diana Damrau picks up the Best Female Singer award. Photo: Jim Winslet
Stuart Skelton looks genuinely shocked to receive the Best Male Singer Award at this year's ceremony. Photo: Jim Winslet
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
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
Stuart Skelton makes a heartfelt acceptance speech. Photo: Jim Winslet
A bespoke painting created live as the awards take place, to be auctioned off later in the evening. Photo: Jim Winslet
The mastermind behind the International Opera Awards, Harry Hyman, makes a speech on stage. Photo: Jim Winslet
The soprano poses with her award. Photo: Jim Winslet
The singers treat the audience to a little Mozart on stage at the International Opera Awards 2014. Photo: Jim Winslet
Displaying the artwork for guests to buy as they enjoy a glass of champagne or two. Photo: Jim Winslet
Photo: Jim Winslet
Speeches at the International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
Duncan Rock performs on stage at The Operas. Photo: Jim Winslet
Stopping for a song in front of the press board. Photo: Jim Winslet
Lady Solti poses with the Solti Award, given out at The Operas at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
Sir John Tomlinson takes over the press run after presenting an award. Photo: Jim Winslet
Best Female Singer and Best Male Singer pose for a photo. Photo: Jim Winslet
The Solti Award, a gold hand with a baton, given out at the International Opera Awards 2014. Photo: Jim Winslet
Raising money for musicians and opera lovers, the live auction at the International Opera Awards. Photo: Jim Winslet
International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet
International Opera Awards 2014, held at London's Grosvenor Hotel. Photo: Jim Winslet