The UK's foremost celebration of creative excellence in contemporary classical music and sound art.
The UK's foremost celebration of creative excellence in contemporary classical music and sound art.
36 composers have been nominated for Ivor Novello Awards across eight categories celebrating classical music and sound art.
For over twenty years we have recognised the achievements of some the UK’s most talented composers including Sally Beamish, Sir Harrison Birtwistle, Tansy Davies, Jonny Greenwood, Anna Meredith, Sir John Tavener, Mark-Anthony Turnage, Errollyn Wallen, Roderick Williams and many more.
The Ivors Classical Awards will take place on Tuesday 12th November at the BFI Southbank in London. BBC Radio 3 will broadcast the ceremony in a special edition of the New Music Show on Saturday 16 November, which will also be available on BBC Sounds.
Tickets are available to purchase by companies or individuals working in the UK music industry. Ivors Academy Professional tier members receive a 50% discount.
The Ivors Classical Awards are sponsored by PRS for Music. The awards presentation is in association with BBC Radio 3, who provide exclusive broadcast coverage.
ABRSM proudly sponsors the award for Best Community and Participation Composition, Dorico supports the Best Orchestral Composition award and the Musicians’ Union sponsors our Innovation award.
Presto Music is the exclusive streaming partner for The Ivors Classical Awards.