Grand Organ Festival 2026 – Simon Johnson

‘The sheer impact on the listener is unforgettable’ – Stephen Bicknell

The Grand Organ of Westminster Cathedral is considered by many to be the greatest achievement and crowning glory of Henry Willis III, one of England’s finest organ builders. Each year, some of the world’s most distinguished and talented organists are invited to give headline recitals as part of our Grand Organ Festival.

30 September 2026, 7.30pm
Simon Johnson, Westminster Cathedral

Described by Gramophone magazine as ‘a brilliant and sensitive musician’, Simon Johnson has been Director of Music at Westminster Cathedral since 2021. Simon’s latest recording, B-A-C-H Anatomy of a Motif was described by The Organ magazine as ‘one of the most significant releases for the organ…for some time.’ Simon will play:

• Toccata ‘Jerusalem, du hochgebaute Stadt’ – Karg-Elert
• Fantasia and Fugue in G minor (BWV 542) – J.S. Bach
• Le banquet céleste – Messiaen
• Prelude, Scherzo and Passacaglia – Leighton
• Fantasmagorie – Alain
• Sonata in G – Elgar

Tickets are £15 (£12 concessions) and are available on the door.