Simon Johnson became Master of Music at Westminster Cathedral in September 2021, following 13 years as the Organist and Assistant Director of Music at St Paul’s Cathedral. He was involved in all of the national occasions that took place at St Paul’s during this time, playing for Her Majesty the Queen, the Dalai Lama, as well as numerous Prime Ministers and Archbishops.

We are pleased to be presenting this evening recital in partnership with Douai Abbey on the Vigil of the Feast of the Ascension. Simon has curated a recital of music for the Feast, culminating in Messiaen’s mighty cycle from 1932-33.

Performers
Simon Johnson organ

Programme

J.S. Bach Heut triumphieret Gottes Sohn (BWV 630)
J.S. Bach Prelude and Fugue in C major (BWV 547)
Byrd A Fancy
Howells Master Tallis’s Testament
Messiaen L’Ascension

In Partnership with Douai Abbey
Sponsored by Julian & Veronica Slater

PLEASE NOTE this concert should be booked via the Festival website or by telephoning the Festival office on 01635 32421