The Ivors Academy

The Ivors Academy is the UKs not-for-profit professional association for songwriters and composers. We empower our members, champion their rights and value, celebrate the highest achievements and foster a supportive community. The Ivors Academy is known internationally presenting Ivor Novello Awards at The Ivors and The Ivors Classical Awards. An Ivor is the pinnacle in the career of many songwriters and composers, judged by acclaimed music creators from the Academy. This peer recognition makes the awards so special and respected. As champions of all songwriters and composers, the support and recognition we provide extends far beyond our awards. We exist to promote creativity by nurturing talent, defending their rights, enabling writers to have successful careers, and demanding a fair, just and equitable music industry. We do this through education, campaigns, mentoring and bringing the community together. Membership is open to all songwriters and composers in the UK and I...