The Abbey is no longer open for public worship, general visiting or private prayer. Meanwhile, the community of Abbey clergy are continuing to worship and pray, in-line with government guidance. They are also producing a podcast to mark key liturgical events.
Find out moreThe Abbey’s centuries-old musical tradition is maintained by our world-famous choir of men and boys and our four organists.
Resident throughout most of the year, the Choir of Westminster Abbey sings the daily services in the Abbey, as it has since its foundation in the late fourteenth century. Today the Choir has a worldwide reputation which also encompasses its concerts, recordings and broadcasts.
Choir biographyOrganist and Master of the Choristers James O’Donnell is the Abbey’s Director of Music and the principal conductor of the Abbey Choir.
Full biographyThe choristers are all drawn from our unique Choir School. They come from all walks of life and enjoy an outstanding education alongside an incredible range of musical opportunities.
More about choristershipDiscover the full range of Abbey Choir recordings in our online shop.
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It’s very hard not to be enthusiastic working at the Abbey. If this place doesn’t make you smile I don’t know what will.
