Central to what makes it so special, an Ivor Novello is a peer-recognition award at heart. The nominated award categories are judged by individual panels of established classical composers, sound artists and practitioners within contemporary new music. The gift of the Academy awards are chosen by the Awards Committee, a sub-committee of The Ivors Academy Board, which is also exclusively populated by songwriters and composers.
Protect
Campaigning and support to protect the rights and earnings of songwriters and composers.
End Ghostwriting
Ensuring media composers receive the credit they deserve
Celebrate
The most prestigious celebrations of songwriters, composers and their champions.
The Ivors with Amazon Music
21 May 2026
