Organists for hire in London
Latest reviews of our Organists in London
"Stuart was great. Punctual, professional and very capable. - played beautifully. Was quick to respond to emails. Highly recommend. "
Lucy hired Stuart Whatton for a Corporate event (available in London)
"Paul is outstanding! His professionalism, attention to detail, and performances were brilliant, and he took so much care and attention to prepare the pieces we requested for our wedding, and working so well to step in at such short notice, liaising with our trumpeter and singer. On top, Paul is extremely personable, - his music made all the difference to our church service. Well done and thank you Paul! Lauren"
Lauren hired Paul Jeanes for a Wedding (available in London)
"This was quite a short–notice booking. Stuart arranged a zoom meeting before the event (a requiem Mass) which was really useful to discuss the exact requirements, with him adding helpful suggestions. This was followed up by emails. Stuart is a total professional with attention to detail and his organ playing is superb. I highly recommend him."
Janis hired Stuart Whatton for a Funeral / Memorial service (available in London)
FAQs about hiring Organists in London
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Can any organist play my favourite song?
Professional organists will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that organists may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the organist's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do organists take to set up?
Your organist will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the organist prior to their arrival.
My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?
PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our organists are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our organists will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.
Hiring an Organist in London
As one of the most diverse and dynamic cities in the world, London offers endless opportunities to experience live music across every genre and style. From riverside rooftops in South Bank to historic venues in Camden and Shoreditch, the capital’s music culture is as layered as the city itself. With so much happening across London, it's the ideal place to discover and hire an Organist for any type of event.
Useful information
Organists in London typically play Classical, Hymns , Traditional church music, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in June, July, August, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire an Organist in London?
Prices for Organists vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Organists typically charge around £180 per booking, mid-range acts around £240, and high-end Organists from £300 per booking upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 912 bookings and 530 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 19 July 2026
