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Martin Ford is a Professor of Organ at the Royal College of Music (RCM), serving as Acting Sub-Organist at St Paul’s Cathedral and Organist & Director of Music at The Royal Military Chapel (The Guards’ Chapel). He holds a first-class Music degree from Oxford University (2008) and a Master’s from the RCM. His professional roles include former positions as Assistant Organist at Westminster Abbey and St Martin-in-the-Fields, and Acting Sub-Organist at Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford. Ford is renowned for solo recitals globally, including performances at Paris’s Saint-Sulpice, BBC broadcasts, and prestigious events such as the 60th anniversary coronation service at Westminster Abbey. He accompanies ensembles like the Vasari Singers and Trinity Boys Choir, with discography on labels like Harmonia Mundi and Naxos, featuring works by Vaughan Williams and Finzi.
Education:
- Bachelor of Music (First-class), Oxford University (2008)
- Master’s, Royal College of Music
His expertise spans organ performance, historical repertoire interpretation, and choral direction. Notable recent performances include Olivier Messiaen’s La Nativité du Seigneur (2022) and appearances in the 2024 Celebrity Recital Series at St Paul’s Cathedral. Ford’s recordings often highlight sacred music and baritone collaborations, reflecting his deep engagement with classical and liturgical traditions.
Awards & Recognition: While no specific individual awards are listed, his institutional affiliation (RCM ranked No. 1 for four consecutive years) underscores his professional standing.
Grants & Labs: No explicit grants or lab affiliations mentioned, though his work with choirs and ensembles like the Vasari Singers suggests collaborative projects. His discography indicates partnerships with recording labels and soloists like Roderick Williams.
