Sunday, 20 April 2014

'You made the violin sexy': Lettice Rowbotham ruffles feathers as she is declared the 'poshest contestant ever' on BGT

'You made the violin sexy': Lettice Rowbotham ruffles feathers as she is declared the 'poshest contestant ever' on BGT

The beauty of Britain's Got Talent, is that it attracts people with unique hobbies from all walks of life. 
On Saturday nights episode it seemed even the most well-to-do contestants want to be in for a chance to perform for the Queen, as David Walliams declared violinist Lettice Rowbotham the 'poshest contestant ever' to audition for the show. 
Lettice, a 24-year-old violinist from Surrey, who spoke in perfect received pronunciation, wowed the judges by being completely unfazed by the competition, admitting she just wanted to 'share her talent'.
'poshest contestant ever' Lettice was a hit with the judges
'poshest contestant ever' Lettice was a hit with the judges
Lettice Rowbotham impressed the judges - and the audience - with her electric violin and David Walliams told her: 'I think you might be the poshest contestant we've had on the show.'
David further teased her by saying: 'I think you’re also the poshest person to ever come to Birmingham.'
    The well spoken young lady confidently announced before her performance: 'I am too hungover to be nervous, which I think is great!'
    Waltzing her way through three chart tracks with her own violin version, the blonde beauty impressed the judges.
    Polished performance: Lettice Rowbotham also impressed the judges - and the audience - with her electric violin
    Polished performance: Lettice Rowbotham also impressed the judges - and the audience - with her electric violin
    Polished performance: Lettice Rowbotham also impressed the judges - and the audience - with her electric violin
    'You had me at hello': The judges were just as impressed with Lettice's talent as they were her sex appeal
    'You had me at hello': The judges were just as impressed with Lettice's talent as they were her sex appeal
    Amanda admitted: 'you just had me at hello, you made the violin sexy'
    Whilst Alesha praised: 'you are a skilled musician, I loved it'
    Simon was quick to give his compliments: 'Lettice, not only are you brilliant, you have a fantastic personality as well, you are one of the people I am going to remember coming away from this'
     The violinist is already somewhat professionally established, playing at Russian president Vladimir Putin's youngest daughter's wedding, Yekaterina Putina. 
    Lettice has also worked with Matt Cardle and Olly Murs, recording with Olly for a BBC Radio One live lounge special for Heart on My Sleeve in 2011. 
    Surprising talent: the judges were blown away by Lettice's musical talent and energetic personality
    Surprising talent: the judges were blown away by Lettice's musical talent and energetic personality


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