Protect

Direct support to protect your rights and earnings.

Insurance
Insurance Peace of mind in the studio, writing, recording or performing.

Empower

Resources that empower your career.

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Knowledge Toolkit V1 Free, practical resources on the business of making music.

Celebrate

The most prestigious celebrations of songwriters, composers and their champions.

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The Ivors with Amazon Music 21 May 2026

Opportunities

Programmes, Mentoring, Writing Camps

Co-Pilot: Become a mentor

Co-Pilot is a volunteer-led mentoring network delivered by Help Musicians in partnership with The Ivors Academy. As a mentor, you’ll support professional music creators at key stages of their careers while gaining access to peer learning, resources and new perspectives.

  • Can you help a songwriter or composer to reach their full potential?
  • Can you use your expert knowledge and lived music industry experience to support creative and professional development?
  • Can you listen, provide guidance, and offer constructive feedback openly, honestly, and diplomatically?
  • Can you commit to a mentoring relationship with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, share your skills, knowledge, and expertise?
Apply here

Co-Pilot: Be Mentored

Co-Pilot is a free, online mentoring network delivered by Help Musicians in partnership with The Ivors Academy. If you’re a professional music creator ready to take your next step, Co-Pilot pairs you with an experienced mentor to guide you through challenges, boost confidence, and unlock new ideas.

What you get

  • 8 hours of one-to-one online mentoring over 6 months
  • Access to exclusive networking sessions with other music creators
  • Invitations to expert-led webinars and workshops
  • Digital resources to support your growth
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated mentoring team
Apply here

Composer Mentoring: Writing for Music Education

ABRSM’s composer mentoring programme, Writing for Music Education, is a six-month programme for emerging composers based in the UK looking to explore the world of composing for music education. The programme includes opportunities to join ABRSM behind the scenes, to develop skills in writing to a brief and to work alongside some of our partner organisations. Recruitment for the programme is supported through partnerships with Black Lives in Music and the Ivors Academy.

Apply here

Ivors Academy x YouTube Songwriting Camp

The camp offers members a unique opportunity to work with songwriters, producers and artists, while learning from some of the industry’s most accomplished talents.

Apply here