Sound through computer AND speakers

Hi there!
Is it possible to play from iTunes either through the computer and the speakers connected in the AirPort iTunes Express simultaneoulsy? Or do you have to choose between listening in the computer or in the speakers in the station? How do we get it to play both? I have my computer in a room, and the airport in the living room, and all I wanted was sound everywhere...
Regards
CV

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