For a compelling and imaginative entity, which newly or distinctly in this year in the UK furthered the understanding of classical music in a lateral medium. Most likely but not limited to written or spoken word, radio, television, film, digital, online.

Untold: Keith - Manchester Camerata

‘Manchester Camerata has long been a leader in the comfort and therapy it provides through music to people living with dementia. The story of one such individual is movingly told in Untold: Keith. This short film – which we urge everyone to watch on YouTube – is beautifully shot, scripted and performed, with the Camerata’s musicians at its very heart. Should anyone ask why music?, the answer is right here.'

Also shortlisted:

• Sound Within Sound - Kate Molleson
• The Great Passion - James Runcie

The 2023 shortlist for Storytelling was decided by an independent panel drawn from across the music profession comprising:

Chico Chakravorty, Chair, Multi-Story Orchestra / Founder, Doing Diversity Differently
Leah Broad, Writer
Jon Jacob, Writer, content producer
Roxanna Panufnik, Composer
Sarah Bardwell, Executive Director, Britten Pears Arts