D.B. Wilkinson-Horsfield

Dan Wilkinson-Horsfield is a British composer of contemporary organ music, specialising in atmospheric and evocative works inspired by mythology, landscape, and architecture. His music is designed to be both musically distinctive and practical for performance, appealing to a wide range of organists.

He began learning and composing for the organ at the age of 12, studying with Chris Totney (Director of Music, St John’s Devizes) and Dr Richard Godfrey. He was also closely involved with the Lyme Regis Organ School and its successor, the South Wessex Organ Society.

His compositional style is influenced by the colour and harmonic language of Olivier Messiaen, Jehan Alain, Maurice Duruflé, and Jean Langlais, alongside an appreciation for the lyricism of British composers such as Edward Elgar and William Wolstenholme.

His work includes both standalone pieces and larger-scale compositions, written to balance atmosphere, musical depth, and practical playability for performers.

Alongside his composing, Dan is a trustee of the Charles Villiers Stanford Society and works to promote Stanford’s music through performance and events, including the annual Stanford Festival.

Scores available here are suitable for recital, service, and concert use, with an emphasis on clarity, colour, and accessibility.

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