Services:

Sebastian is an experienced church musician who is able to flexibly work in buildings both large and small. If you are looking for an organist for a wedding, funeral or any other church service then Sebastian is here to help - he is very happy to advise on music choices, if that’s what you need! Sebastian can accompany any soloist or choral group, on the organ or piano, and is able to help source professional singers for your service. Be assured of a quick response.

Communication:

Sebastian is an organised and good communicator and is keen to make communication easy for you. He is happy to communicate by email, phone, text, or WhatsApp - whatever is easiest for you. Be assured of a quick response.

Biography:

Sebastian Thomson was a chorister at Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford before moving to Harrow School with the top music scholarship. Sebastian studied at Bristol University beforeholding positions at Chichester Cathedral, St Matthew's Church Northampton, Eton College, Bloxham School, Bath Abbey and currently, St Mary's Church, Henley on Thames (home to the world famous Regatta).

Sebastian is a Fellow of the Royal College of Organists, and a prize winner in the Choral Training Diploma examination from the College.Currently, Sebastian continues to pursue a freelance career as a choral conductor and organist based in Oxford. Having studied the organ with David Goode and David Briggs, he is in demand as both a recitalist and an accompanist. His recent solo engagements include recitals at Westminster Abbey, Westminster Cathedral, King’s College Cambridge, and St Paul’s Cathedral. Sebastian has made appearances as a performer and speaker on local and national television and radio. Whilst Acting Assistant Organist at Bath Abbey, Sebastian accompanied the Abbey Choir for their Christmas Day service on BBC Radio 4. He was also invited to play at Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris, in 2017. His recent CD "Angels of Creation" received a 5 star review in Choir and Organ publication and awarded "Editor's Choice" in Organists' Review.