On 1 October 2008, Westenra recorded solo vocals on the CD Different Voice, composed and conducted by Debbie Wiseman and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with narration by Stephen Fry and lyrics written by Don Black. On 30 November 2008, Westenra was presented by Elaine Paige with the Variety Club Showbiz Awards 2008 Classical Performer of the Year for raising money to help sick, disabled and disadvantaged children and young people.
On 1 October 2008 Westenra recorded solo vocals on the CD Different Voice composed and conducted by Debbie Wiseman and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with narration by Stephen Fry and lyrics written by Don Black On 30 November 2008 Westenra was presented by Elaine Paige with the Variety Club Showbiz Awards 2008 Classical Performer of the Year for raising money to help sick disabled and disadvantaged children and young people