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MEPs back Copyright Directive by large majority
We, the music creators of the UK, send a message of thanks and celebration for the European Copyright Directive that was voted in by the European Parliament today.
Show your support for the Copyright Directive – Here’s how to get involved
As the Copyright Directive reaches the final few stages of its journey, it is crucial that creators continue to support the campaign to ensure this essential piece of new policy is adopted.
Victory for creators! European parliament votes to approve Copyright Directive
The European Parliament supports the Copyright Directive
KT Tunstall to receive an Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Song Collection with PRS for Music
The award celebrates her creative output and songwriting ability across a prolific 20-year career. Amazon Music exclusively releases an unheard demo of KT Tunstall's "Suddenly I See".
Amazon Music returns to broadcast live behind the scenes from The Ivors 2024
Featuring exclusive performances from METTE, Victoria Canal and Angelina Jordan, plus red-carpet moments and backstage interviews with The War on Drugs and KT Tunstall.
ABRSM’s composer mentoring programme 2024/25 – Open for applications
ABRSM’s composer mentoring programme returns for 2024!
The Ivors Academy responds to recent arts cuts in Wales
The Ivors Academy's Welsh Council have written an open letter, urging the Senedd to reconsider cuts to the arts in Wales.
Ivors Academy and Musicians’ Union launch Fair Score specimen agreement to support composers writing music for TV
The Fair Score specimen agreement, with accompanying notes, provides composers with an example of what a comprehensive commissioning agreement looks like and will help members looking to negotiate fair deals with a commissioners – from small independent production companies with modest budgets through to global broadcasters.
Nominations announced for The Ivors with Amazon Music 2024
This year’s nominees have been revealed, celebrating outstanding songwriters and composers.
New YourSafetyYourSay survey on bullying and harassment in the music industry
Black Lives In Music has launched the survey with support from The Ivors Academy, Pirate Studios, VV Brown, Nova Twins, Kamille and more.
Elena Segal to receive an Ivors Academy Honour
Music industry executive Elena Segal will receive an Ivors Academy Honour, in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the UK music industry.
The Other Songs Live announces line-up with Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Celeste and more
An all-star line-up of songwriters and artists has been announced to perform at The Other Songs Live. In partnership with The Ivors Academy, one of the world’s biggest celebrations of songwriting will take place ahead of The Ivors with Amazon Music at the London Palladium on Monday 20 May, raising money for music charities.
