William Sanders (organist)

William "Billy" Sanders (June 1867 – 1955) was an Australian organist, remembered for his long service with the Clayton Congregational Church.

He served briefly as organist at St. Paul's Anglican church in Port Adelaide, followed by Kent Town Wesleyan Methodist Church from 1890 to 1893, then began working in conjunction with organ-builder J. E. Dodd soon after he took over the business of Fincham & Hobday, setting up an organ teaching studio at their factory in Twin Street.

[2] He was appointed musical director, choirmaster and organist at Clayton Congregational Church in May 1895 at a salary of £50 per annum.

[7] He remained a worshipper at Clayton for many years, sometimes giving organ recitals, on occasion as a duet with his son Ray.

[8] He was frequently called on to judge choir competitions and musical contests in the city and country centres.