For a non-professional self-run ensemble or an individual who works with such groups, in recognition of the remarkable constellation of such music-makers.

• Katrina Marzella-Wheeler
• Open Arts Community Choir
• The Pink Singers
• Wolverhampton Symphony Orchestra

This year's shortlist for the RPS Inspiration Award was decided by an independent panel drawn from across the music profession comprising:

Ankna Arockiam – Singer / Founder, Glasgow Sitare
Dorothy Wilson – Chair, Making Music / Former Chief Executive, Midlands Arts Centre
Matthew Greenall – Executive Director, Walled City Music, Derry
Michael Betteridge – Composer / Artistic Director, The Sunday Boys
Tom Spurgin – Head of Learning and Engagement, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra