William Saunders
is a critically acclaimed British concert organist, educator and Creative Director, recognised for imaginative programming, championing accessible modern English repertoire, and helping audiences discover the organ through engaging performances and creative projects.
A Musical Journey
Between 2020 and 2021, William recorded 300 individual performances, including works by:
J.S. Bach
Vivaldi
Mendelssohn
Franck
Widor
Vierne
Whitlock
Howells
Contemporary British composers
Theatre organ favourites
The aim was simple: to share beautiful music with as many people as possible during an unprecedented period of isolation.
2026 Concert Diary
Cathedral Choir Weekends
Organist for the Damien Singers Visiting Choir Weekend
Sat – Sun, Apr 11 – 12
Wells Cathedral
Northern Germany Recital Tour
A week of performances across northern Germany, featuring historic instruments and renowned summer festival series.
Saturday 8 August
St Michaelis, Hamburg Orgelpunkt
12:00
Sunday 9 August
Kirche am Markt, Neindorf (Hamburg)
18:00
Wednesday 12 August
Hauptkirche St Petri, Hamburg Stunde der Kirchenmusik
17:15
Saturday 15 August
St Michaelis, Lüneburg Lüneburger Orgelsommer
18:00
Sunday 16 August
Kirche am Rockenhof, Volksdorf (Hamburg)
17:00
Cathedral Choir Weekends
Organist for the Visiting Choir Weekend
Sat – Sun, Otc 24 – 25
St Edmundsbury Cathedral
Lesson Locations
Lessons are available:
Suffolk
London
Online via Zoom
Online tuition has proved highly successful for students throughout the UK and internationally.
Why Work With William?
Rather than offering theoretical advice, William draws upon extensive practical experience leading music departments, managing major artistic projects and building successful partnerships across education, performance and the creative industries.
His consultancy combines strategic thinking with practical implementation, providing organisations with advice that is realistic, achievable and tailored to their ambitions.
Enquire About Lessons
If you would like to discuss lessons or arrange an introductory session, please get in touch.