THE DIAPASON is sad to inform its readers of the sudden passing of John Scott, organist and director of music at New York City's St. Thomas Church Fifth Avenue.
On August 11 Scott had returned from a European tour and did not feel well the next day. He was taken to Roosevelt Hospital but never regained consciousness. He died with his wife, Lily, by his side; John and Lily's first child is due in September.
John Scott was appointed organist and director of music of St. Thomas Church in 2004. He previously served at St. Paul's Cathedral in London for 26 years. Born in 1956, he was a graduate of St. John's College, Cambridge. He has recorded numerous CDs on several labels, including Hyperion and Priory.
He was featured in an article by Marcia Van Oyen ("An Interview with John Scott") in THE DIAPASON, January 2003.
Further information and remembrances of John Scott will be published in THE DIAPAOSN in a future issue.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family, collegues, and friends of John Scott. May he rest in peace.
