The Best Sound Art category is being paused this year while we take more time to review it fully. We are looking at how we define and judge the category to make sure that it is relevant, fair and appropriately recognises the work being created in this space. We’re committed to supporting composers working in sound arts and this review is part of that commitment.

The nominated award categories are judged by panels of established composers and practitioners within new music. 

Gift of the Academy Awards are chosen by the Awards Committee of composers and songwriters, a sub-committee of The Ivors Academy Board.

You can suggest a recipient for a Gift of the Academy Awards year-round. Suggest a recipient.

Anyone can enter The Ivors Classical Awards, including composers submitting their own work, as long as the entries meet the eligibility criteria.

You'll find everything you need to enter your music in the rules and guidelines.

Members of The Ivors Academy can enter works with the following discount on the administration fee of £40 + VAT per work.

• 75% discount for Professional members
• 50% discount for Core members
• 10% discount for Discovery members

The entry must be made by a member of The Ivors Academy themselves, and not a third party.

Tickets are only available to purchase by individuals and organisations in the music industry. 

Information about tickets is added to our website approximately 12 weeks before the ceremony.

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Verifiable members of the media should apply as early as possible to communications@ivorsacademy.com.