Daniel Cook

Master of the Choristers and Organist

Daniel manages the Music Department, including the Cathedral Choir and organists, as well as playing for a number of services and recitals.

Background

Daniel is recognised internationally as a liturgical and concert organist of the highest order. 

He maintains a busy schedule of recitals, concerts and recordings, both as performer and producer, as well as being in demand as a conductor, teacher and singer. 

Daniel has previously held roles at numerous places including Westminster Abbey, Salisbury Cathedral and St Davids Cathedral.

Contact

Email: daniel.cook@durhamcathedral.co.uk 

Phone: 0191 374 4066

Latest news from the Music department

Durham school children perform at the spring Music Outreach Celebration

Thursday 6 March 2025 Articles

The Music Outreach Celebration returned this spring, with 200 children from Years 3 to 6 singing to their family and friends in the cathedral.

Read Article

Durham school children perform at the Music Outreach Celebration

Friday 22 November 2024 Articles

The Music Outreach Celebration returned in November 2024, with 200 children from Years 3 to 6 singing to their family and friends in the cathedral.

Read Article

New joint appointment of Assistant Organist and St John’s College Director of Music is announced

Thursday 11 July 2024 Articles

Durham Cathedral and St John’s College, Durham are pleased to announce the joint appointment of Benjamin Mills as Assistant Organist of Durham Cathedral and Director of Music of St John’s College, Durham, starting in September 2024.

Read Article

Durham Cathedral Choristers perform at St Paul’s Cathedral, London

Wednesday 1 May 2024 Articles

Durham Cathedral Choir joined the choirs of St Paul’s and Rochester Cathedral to sing together at the 2024 Clergy Support Trust Festival.

Read Article