Raymond Johnston was born in Kent, England. He read music at Cambridge University, where he was Organ Scholar at Peterhouse, and studied organ with Peter Hurford. He was appointed Assistant Organist at Worcester Cathedral in 1991 under Dr. Donald Hunt, and performed in the UK, Europe, South Africa and the USA, appearing regularly as accompanist and soloist with the Cathedral Choir on radio, television, and commercial recordings.  

In December 2000, he was appointed Canon Musician at St. Mark’s Cathedral, Minneapolis.  In addition to directing the Cathedral Choir and Choral Society he is responsible for the Music Series as performer and administrator. He holds degrees from Cambridge University, a performance diploma from the Royal Academy of Music, and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Organists.

Come to the Shrine on June 4 at 3:00 p.m. to hear his exceptional talent. Learn more about the Shrine's music program at our Sacred Music Page!