Role

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Composer Conductor  

Country

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United Kingdom

Birth

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June 18, 1956 in Wakefield, Yorkshire, England

Death

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August 12, 2015 in New York City, NY

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Keyboard

 

John Scott was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music through his exceptional talent and dedication. Born on November 18, 1956, in Huddersfield, England, John Scott showed an early interest in music and began playing the organ at the age of ten. He received his early education at St. Michael's College in Tenbury Wells, where he studied music and developed his skills as an organist. After completing his education, John Scott began his career as a musician and quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent. He served as the organist and choirmaster at St. Paul's Cathedral in London from 1990 to 2004, where he played a significant role in the development of the cathedral's music program. During his tenure, he conducted numerous performances and recordings, including the critically acclaimed "The English Anthem, Vol. 1-5." John Scott's talent as an organist and conductor was recognized by many prestigious organizations, and he received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 1998, he was awarded the OBE (Order of the British Empire) for his services to music, and in 2004, he was appointed as the Organist and Director of Music at St. Thomas Church in New York City. During his time at St. Thomas Church, John Scott continued to showcase his exceptional talent and dedication to music. He conducted numerous performances and recordings, including the critically acclaimed "The Complete Organ Works of Maurice Duruflé" and "The Complete Organ Works of Herbert Howells." He also collaborated with many renowned musicians and orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. John Scott's talent and dedication to music were not limited to his work as an organist and conductor. He was also a prolific composer and arranger, and his works have been performed by many renowned musicians and orchestras around the world. Some of his most notable compositions include "The Souls of the Righteous," "The Lord is My Shepherd," and "The Beatitudes." In addition to his work as a musician, John Scott was also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He served as a professor of music at the Manhattan School of Music and the Juilliard School, where he inspired and guided many young musicians. John Scott's exceptional talent and dedication to music were recognized by many prestigious organizations, and he received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 2015, he was awarded the Medal of Honor by the American Guild of Organists, and in 2016, he was awarded the Queen's Medal for Music by Queen Elizabeth II. Tragically, John Scott passed away on August 12, 2015, at the age of 58. His death was a great loss to the world of music, and he will always be remembered as a talented musician, a dedicated teacher, and a true inspiration to all who knew him.

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