

Instrumentalist
supported by ISM, the Independent Society of Musicians
For the outstanding quality and scope of the performances to a live or digital audience, and the work in any context, of an individual performer on any instrument in the UK.
Jasdeep Singh Degun - sitar
'Jasdeep Singh Degun shows us all the beauty and boundless possibilities of the sitar. Rainbows of sound burst from his instrument in the dazzling collaborations of his debut album and his glorious re-telling of ‘Orpheus’ with Opera North. He excels on so many remarkable levels, as a solo performer, team player, composer, director, and role-model.'
Also shortlisted:
The 2024 shortlist for Instrumentalist was decided by an independent panel drawn from across the music profession comprising:
Anneke Scott, Horn
David Butcher, Chief Executive, The Hallé
Gemma Rosefield, Cello
Louisa Stanway, Concerts and Projects Manager, Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Paul Philbert, Principal Timpani, Royal Scottish National Orchestra
