For the outstanding quality and scope of the performances to a live or digital audience, and the work in any context of a group of musicians, no fewer than three, in the UK.

BBC Singers

‘Behold the astonishing quality, style and imagination that the BBC Singers have invested in a bright array of endeavours this year. Nothing could dim their brilliant and innovative associations with artists like sarod player Soumik Datta and cellist Abel Selaocoe, nor the depth and care of all their educational ventures. Here’s how to do it: whatever life casts your way, come out singing!'

Also shortlisted:

• Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective
• Riot Ensemble

The 2024 shortlist for Ensemble was decided by an independent panel drawn from across the music profession comprising:

Carmen Flores, Viola
Felix Klieser, Horn
Rachel van Walsum, Director, Maestro Arts
Richard Collins, Head of Programming, Royal Northern College of Music
Sara Mohr-Pietsch, Presenter, BBC Radio 3, Curator and Writer