Gabs as an Organist
Gabs at the five-manual organ of St Paul's Cathedral, London, 2015
Since the age of 12, Gabs has played the organ for church services, accompanying choirs and soloists and complementing the liturgy in Roman Catholic, Anglican and other denominations. His experience includes being a Church Music Scholar at the Royal Hospital, Chelsea (2001-2) and the first Italian Organ Scholar at Westminster Cathedral, London (2002-2003), where he worked with extraordinary musicians as well as world-famous choirs.
Active internationally.
For two decades, he served as the Chapel Organist for the St Edward's School Choirs, among others, touring extensively across iconic cities such as Florence, Venice, Vienna, New York City, and Washington, D.C.
He actively performs as an organist at a variety of prestigious venues in the UK, including The Queen's College, Oxford, Westminster Abbey, St John's Smith Square, St Paul's Cathedral in London, Salisbury Cathedral, St Peter Mancroft in Norwich, Ely Cathedral, and Dunblane in Scotland.
In his homeland of Italy, he has received multiple invitations to perform at the St Rita International Organ Festival in Turin, as well as at renowned international festivals in Trieste, Aquileia, and Bergamo.
His performances extend widely throughout Europe, where he has collaborated in a trio with violin and flute in Germany (Leipzig and Erfurt) and has appeared as a solo recitalist in stunning churches across the Czech Republic, including those in České Budějovice and Prague.
In October 2025, he took on the prestigious role of President of the Jury for the Chieri International Music Competition, further underscoring his quietly-expanding international acclaim.
"This is stylish and exciting playing."
"Communicating in a consummately stylish way, through imaginatively chosen and well-balanced programmes."
Prof. Owen. L. Rees
Professor of Music, University of Oxford
Waverley Fellow in Music and Organist, The Queen's College, Oxford
"Concerto superbo e raffinato […]
grazie grazie Gabs Damiani per la magnifica arte musicale!"
M° Omar Caputi
Titular Organist of the St Rita Sanctuary in Turin and Director of the St Rita International Organ Festival
Turin (Italy)
Organ playing for all occasions.
Gabs offers organ playing for a wide range of events and services, providing music that is thoughtfully chosen and sensitively performed. He is always happy to advise and assist with repertoire choices, whether selecting traditional liturgical music or more personal selections. Equally at ease with high-church services and more relaxed occasions, Gabs adapts his playing to suit the character of the event, the venue, and the wishes of those involved, ensuring the music enhances the overall atmosphere.
He frequently uses liturgical improvisation, a skill he was able to learn about while working at Westminster Cathedral (2002-3).
"Thanks so much for playing at our wedding! The organ music was beautiful. We even had an uncle remark at how lovely it was!"
Mr and Mrs Richards, Newbury (2025)
"My great thanks to Gabs for accompanying us at the funeral, and some amazing organ pieces, which Dad certainly enjoyed."
Denise, Wantage (2026)
"We'll never forget your kindness when you gave the little organ in the church at our service a real thrashing!!"
Nick and Zanah (2022)
Weddings
Gabs offers organ music for weddings, providing a beautiful and exciting musical setting for your special day. He's happy to help you choose the perfect repertoire, whether you prefer traditional hymns, classical organ works, or more personal musical requests. Every wedding is unique, and he adapts flexibly to your needs, the venue, and the structure of the service to ensure the music fits seamlessly and enhances the ceremony.
He can also be a music director for your choir and instrumental group.
Funerals
Gabs provides organ music for funerals, offering a calm and dignified musical presence at a time of remembrance. He is happy to assist with choosing appropriate repertoire, whether traditional hymns, reflective organ pieces, or music of personal significance. With sensitivity to the occasion, Gabs adapts to the wishes of the family, the clergy, and the requirements of the service, helping to create a meaningful and supportive atmosphere.
Special Services
Gabs also offers organ music for special services, including christenings, memorials, and festivals. He is happy to advise on suitable repertoire, whether traditional liturgical music or pieces chosen to reflect the character of the occasion. With a flexible and collaborative approach, Gabs adapts to the needs of the service, the venue, and those involved, ensuring the music supports and enhances the celebration or act of remembrance.
Two Hands and Two Feet - J. S. Bach's Trio Sonata no 1 BWV 525 (i)
Watch Gabs come to terms with J. S. Bach’s Trio Sonata No. 1 in E♭. It is a demanding work of intricate counterpoint, requiring serious coordination of three independent voices and exceptional control to maintain balance, clarity, and rhythmic precision.
Filmed at Gabriele's home, on the Hauptwerk Buckeburg Sonus Paradisi sampleset, February 2026
"Gabriele is an excellent musician, organist, improviser and a charismatic conductor. He showed himself to be an excellent team member."
Ian Curror
Organist,The Royal Hospital Chelsea
