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The Ivors Classical Awards
11 November 2025

Honouring contemporary classical composing and sound art.

Presented by The Ivors Academy, The Ivors Classical Awards celebrate creative excellence in British and Irish composing for classical music and sound art.

Winners receive an iconic Ivor Novello Award statuette and join a roll call of some the UK’s most talented composers including Sally Beamish, Sir Harrison Birtwistle, Tansy Davies, Jonny Greenwood, Anna Meredith, Sir John Tavener, John Rutter, Mark-Anthony Turnage, Errollyn Wallen, Roderick Williams and many more.

Judged by composers for composers, the awards recognise excellence in craft and creativity.

Details

Entries open

Tuesday 27 May 2025

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Award ceremony

Tuesday 11 November 2025
BFI Southbank, London

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The Ivors Classical Awards FAQs

How are The Ivors Classical Awards judged?

The nominated award categories are judged by panels of established classical composers, sound artists 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.

How can I enter?

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, which will be published soon.

How can I attend?

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.

Follow The Ivors Academy on social media for the latest updates, speeches and reactions.

How can I apply for press accreditation?

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

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