Muse have been presented with the Silver Clef Award at a ceremony in London.

All three band members, who headlined Glastonbury last weekend, appeared in person to collect the award.

Muse turned down the prize in 2009, but said they were now “very proud” to be joining previous recipients, who include The Who.

The ceremony, at the London Hilton, also saw Tony Bennett receive the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Former Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash was awarded with the Ambassador Of Rock honour, while JLS collected the Newcomer Award.

Dame Vera Lynn and Russell Watson also collected prizes during the lunchtime ceremony today (July 2)

The event, at the London Hilton, was hosted by Sharon Osbourne.

Guests included Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood and singer Lisa Stansfield.

Silver Clef 2010 Winners List:

• Silver Clef Awards - Muse
• Lifetime Achievement Award - Tony Bennett
• Icon Award - Dame Vera Lynn
• Ambassador Of Rock Award – Slash
• Newcomer Award – JLS
• Classical Award - Russell Watson
• Best British Band Award - Scouting For Girls
• Innovation Award - Dizzee Rascal
• International Award - Kelis

(by Jason Gregory)