RPS Awards

The Royal Philharmonic Society Awards celebrate the treasured role that classical music plays in our lives.

Click ‘Introduction’ to read about 'the biggest night in UK classical music' (The Sunday Times) and how to get involved.

Introduction

Welcome to the Royal Philharmonic Society Awards, regarded by many as the BAFTAs for classical music.

Join us for the big event

We invite you to join us for what The Sunday Times calls 'the biggest night in UK classical music', on Thursday 12 March 2026 at the Queen Elizabeth Hall at London's Southbank Centre.

Discover the 2026 RPS Awards shortlists

We are delighted to announce the shortlists for this year’s Royal Philharmonic Society Awards and invite you to join us for the event on Thursday 12 March, with tickets from only £10.

Vote for the RPS Inspiration Award

Discover the shortlist and cast your vote for our award celebrating remarkable non-professional music-making nationwide

Winners to date

Take a look at the list of RPS Awards winners since 1989.