Richard Gowers

Richard Gowers is an organist, pianist, and conductor affiliated with the Royal Academy of Music as a teacher of Keyboard Skills and with Cambridge University through his annual Harmony & Counterpoint preparatory course. He studied at Cambridge University (starred first class degree in Music) and the Royal Academy of Music under Michael Dussek and Joseph Middleton.

His performance career spans Europe, the USA, and Australia, with highlights including recitals at St George's Hanover Square (Director of Music since 2023) and collaborations with renowned conductors like Sir Simon Rattle. He is also a celebrated recording artist, known for his Gramophone-recognized Messiaen CD.

• Key Roles: Director of Music at St George's Hanover Square, Festival conductor (e.g., Academy of Ancient Music), BBC Singers collaborator
• Awards: Royal College of Organists Fellowship, Gramophone ‘Editor’s Choice’