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Tracker Organs – Mastering Touch & Tone! Part 2

This article is a continuation of Part 1.
It contrasts the unique acoustic quality of a Tracker Pipe Organ and describes the technology and design that allows a Tracker instrument and its players to create a custom organic acoustic experience unlike sounds generated by electrified or electronic organs.

Spirit and tenacity help retain 1922 Skinner Pipe Organ Legacy

Today, when many lack the fortitude and commitment to sustain major restorations of any kind let alone of musical assets like the pipe organ, one community’s patience and dedication brought a phased restoration of a historic Pipe Organ built by esteemed American organ builder, Ernest M. Skinner in 1922 to its completion in 2024. … Continue reading Spirit and tenacity help retain 1922 Skinner Pipe Organ Legacy

Getting the Gift (Part II)

Example of a Donor Acknowledgement Wall Welcome Back! For a quick review of the first five of the ten fundraising tips – Click below. Getting the Gift Part 1. 6. Be Creative with the “How” (to Get Gifts). Gifts of cash are top dollar; usually in a lump sum or paid over time. Some… Continue reading Getting the Gift (Part II)

Releathering Pipe Stoppers

Pipe organs are complex instruments and pipe organ construction takes skill and is laborious. They need regular and timely care for robust worship accompaniment. One important maintenance item is the re-leathering of stoppers, particularly of wooden pipes. Re-leathering is a process that includes the removal of worn leather from the pipe organ and replacing it… Continue reading Releathering Pipe Stoppers

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

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

Advanced Sequencer for Concerts

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church’s Berghaus Pipe Organ now offers an even more attractive palette to Concert Musicians with an update of an console advanced sequencer! With an already noteworthy and popular international concert series, Holy Trinity attracts world renowned concert organists to perform in its Arts at Holy Trinity Concert Series (https://www.artsholytrinity.org/) In addition to… Continue reading Advanced Sequencer for Concerts

How is it made? Pipe Organs

Mr. Gregory A. Kinat teaches Music to pre-K-8th grade students at Our Lady of Angels, Cleveland OH (https://olangels.org/school/ , and with https://www.trilliummusic.com/gregory-kinat) He decided that he would mark his first year of teaching OLA students with providing as many learning experiences outside of the school as possible. Kinat’s goal is to teach through hands-on experiences rather… Continue reading How is it made? Pipe Organs

Swell Box Design and Construction (Part Two)

“What musical goal were these builders striving for? The answer lies in the very purpose of any Swell division: dynamic expression.” Curious to read more? Ever wondered about the technical detail of an organ? Here we’ve posted the manuscript for all of our supporters to read. Please enjoy and be sure to also read… Continue reading Swell Box Design and Construction (Part Two)