Sophie Ellis-Bextor says AI cannot copy human connection in music
Ellis-Bextor was presented with her award on Wednesday by Nordoff and Robbins, the UK's largest music therapy charity.
Mika, who was given the global impact award, told of what Nordoff and Robbins means to him.
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