BBC launches annual Music Awards

In December, the first edition of the BBC Music Awards will take place in London. It will be the biggest event of the BBC after Glastonbury, for various radio and television stations to connect with each other.

Director Tony Hall says its "whole new ways to enjoy music." The BBC also wants to support young talent, including by introducing in British primary schools classical music . According to Hall this will be a "celebration of the brilliant musical talent in the country."


Included is the categories of "British Artist of the Year" and "Song of the Year". Presenters and producers of the BBC will select the winners of international awards and the artist of the year. The song of the year is chosen in consultation with listeners and viewers.

There are, of course, also be performances by various artists who had hits in the past year.