For International Recognition of Excellence in the World of Music
The Polar Music Prize is an international music prize celebrating the power and importance of music.
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Laureates of 2025
Barbara Hannigan
Trailblazing conductor and soprano Barbara Hannigan is one of the Laureates of 2025.
Laureates of 2025
Herbie Hancock
Jazz pioneer Herbie Hancock is one of the Laureates of 2025.
Laureates 2025
Queen
Eclectic rock band Queen is one of the Laureates of the Polar Music Prize 2025.
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Marie Ledin Managing Director marie.ledin@polarmusicprize.org
Alfons Karabuda Chairman of the Polar Music Prize Award Committee alfons@polarmusicprize.org
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