George McPhee

George McPhee
MBE, DUniv, BMus, FRCO, DipMusEd, RSAM, Hon. FRSCM, Hon. FGCM

Organist and Master of the Choristers, Paisley Abbey, since 1963
Visiting Professor of Organ, St. Andrews University

Born in Glasgow, Scotland, and renowned as a multi-talented musician, George McPhee is in great demand as an organ recitalist and choral conductor throughout the UK and abroad. He has made a large number of recordings in both capacities, and has broadcast frequently, including Choral Evensong on Radio 3 with the Paisley Abbey Choir. Notable performance venues have included the Aldeburgh Festival, the Royal Festival Hall in London and many recital tours of North America.

For information on George McPhee's availability for recitals, concerts, masterclasses, and as a consultant for organ design and restoration, or to e-mail him personally, please contact:


The May/June 2011 edition of the periodical Choir and Organ featured George in a two-page article.

The Paisley Abbey Choristers are currently looking for new members and are recruiting boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 12. For further information and to watch their video, see their website at www.paisleyabbeychoristers.org.uk.

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All photos were taken at Paisley Abbey in Scotland, UK.

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