The website of Sarah MacDonald, Canadian-born UK-based conductor, composer, pianist, and organist.
Sarah is Director of Music at Selwyn College, Cambridge, Director of the Girl Choristers at Ely Cathedral,
and Organist to the University of Cambridge. She holds the office of President of the Royal College of Organists 2024-2026.
NEW RECORDING!
Sarah's first solo disc, a recording of J S Bach's
iconic Goldberg Variations, on the Steinway-D
in Ely Cathedral, is now available to purchase or stream.
NEW BOOK!
A compendium of Sarah's essays for
The American Organist magazine over many years is now available. With a foreword by
Sir John Rutter, this makes a great
Christmas present for every organ/church/choral-music enthusiast.
The breadth and depth of MacDonald’s phrasing and dynamics communicate in an engaging way. Her experience as an organist adds a different dimension; at times, there is an improvisatory feel. MacDonald's articulation is clear, and her playing is stylish and elegant, with excellent finger work. -- Lancashire Times