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Computer Aided Design & Building a Swell Enclosure

Computer Aided Design (CAD) is the use of computer-based software to produce designs. It is frequently used by different types of engineers and designers. The software can be utilized to develop two-dimensional drawings and three-dimensional models. Just as with any element of a pipe organ, the construction of a swell box requires skill and precision. Before… Continue reading Computer Aided Design & Building a Swell Enclosure

The 3 Ps of Pipes: The Prince(ss), the Pea, the Pipe!

While the pipe organ may be the king of instruments, it takes a Prince (professional) to find the pea that may be preventing the pipe organ from playing properly. Just like in the old-time folktale, The Princess and the Pea, even the smallest amount of dirt accumulated under a pipe valve can create a frustrating… Continue reading The 3 Ps of Pipes: The Prince(ss), the Pea, the Pipe!

Building a Swell Enclosure

The name “swell” is English in origin, and refers to the practice of placing the pipes of the division in an enclosure which allows the organist to change the dynamic level by closing louvered shades which form one side of the enclosure. Read more on construction of a Swell Enclosure

Rebuilding a Historic Kilgen Organ for St. Augustine

The CCFM is a group of professionals committed to fulfilling their responsibilities relating to real estate, development, management, and sustainability to ensure efficiency within the Catholic Church. Stay up to date on what’s happening in and around Catholic churches with the CCFM’s biannual newsletter. As members, we are proud to have our projects shared in their… Continue reading Rebuilding a Historic Kilgen Organ for St. Augustine

Of the Disabled: Restoring a Tracker Pipe Organ for All

The CCFM is a group of professionals committed to fulfilling their responsibilities relating to real estate, development, management, and sustainability to ensure efficiency within the Catholic Church. Stay up to date on what’s happening in and around Catholic churches with the CCFM’s biannual newsletter. As members, we are proud to have our projects shared in their… Continue reading Of the Disabled: Restoring a Tracker Pipe Organ for All

Pipe Organ Restored from Major Fire

The CCFM is a group of professionals committed to fulfilling their responsibilities relating to real estate, development, management, and sustainability to ensure efficiency within the Catholic Church. Stay up to date on what’s happening at Catholic churches with the CCFM’s biannual newsletter. As members, we are proud to have our projects shared in their Fall edition.… Continue reading Pipe Organ Restored from Major Fire

Bálint Karosi, Organ

“Commended as “a most impressive musical interpreter” (Boston Musical Intelligencer), Hungary native Bálint Karosi has earned a widely-heralded reputation for his creative programming and expressive command of a wide range of repertoire. ” Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists Leek Pipe Organ Company is pleased to join hands in hosting this concert with Arts@HolyTrinity and the Akron Chapter… Continue reading Bálint Karosi, Organ

Delighted & Proud! Leek Rebuild – St. Paul Lutheran Church

As COVID changed the world, at Leek Pipe Organ Company, we were busy rebuilding the pipe organ at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Napoleon, OH. We are grateful to the church leaders and members for their impeccable support on this journey. Would you like to see first hand, the loving care this instrument received from our… Continue reading Delighted & Proud! Leek Rebuild – St. Paul Lutheran Church

What Do People Like Most About Online Worship?

As the virtual church experience continues to become the norm, there are some members who are ready and excited to jump into livestream worship, while others are more reluctant. One study aims to identify some common aspects listed below that online worshippers report they enjoy the most. Flexible substitute to traditional worship Comfortable/relaxing environment –… Continue reading What Do People Like Most About Online Worship?

Organ Registration Efficiency with Slider Motors

Leek Pipe team embraced the challenge of a very compact tracker/electric organ and improved functionality by adding electric slider solenoids and motors to the various stop actions. The project also entailed with a console upgrade and major cleaning of pipes and chambers. View the complete rebuild (~8m) An important upgrade made to the 1973 D.F.… Continue reading Organ Registration Efficiency with Slider Motors