WINCHESTER Cathedral has announced the appointment of a new sub-organist.
The cathedral hopes Oliver Morrell will bring "experience and talent" to its music team when he starts in September.
Oliver said: "I am delighted to be joining the team at Winchester and play a part in its rich and distinguished musical tradition.
"I have been incredibly fortunate to gain experience at cathedrals and churches with significant choral foundations, and I look forward to bringing what I have learned to the worshipping community at Winchester."
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His arrival comes amidst a series of significant departures from the cathedral's music department, which have sparked concerns over its future.
Director of music Andrew Lumsden officially leaves at the end of this month, and is to be temporarily replaced by Andrew Lucas. No long-term replacement has been found for this position.
Claudia Grinnell, Oliver's predecessor, has also departed after being appointed director of music St Edmundsbury Cathedral in Bury St Edmunds.
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Adding to the sense of chaos are accusations of bullying within the music team and rumours of its members having to sign non-disclosure agreements.
Oliver has served as Organ Scholar at St Albans Cathedral since September 2022, where he has played a pivotal role in accompanying various cathedral choirs, including on tour and in recordings.
He also conducts the Abbey Singers and accompanies the St Albans Bach Choir.
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