Gabs as an Organist
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. He was for twenty years the Chapel Organist of St Edward's School, Oxford and was later appointed Director of Music at Our Lady's Abingdon. He performs regularly in the UK and abroad.
“This is stylish and exciting playing, communicating in a consummately stylish way through imaginatively chosen and well balanced programmes”
(Dr Owen Rees, The Queen's College, Oxford)
Organ playing services
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.
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.
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.