The console has been temporarily moved to the middle of the Nave, and Dan Garland, our master organ builder, has begun voicing the instrument.
The lasted work on the organ involved electricians wiring up components such as the swell shades, which control the volume of the organ. The console has also had additions, including a music rack,... read more →
The organ continues to be tested and tuned. Dan Garland, our master organ builder, was onsite this week reviewing the progress and up on the ladder hard at work.
The organ console has been connected and is beginning it's testing phase before it is installed up in the loft. Ranks of pipes continue to be installed.
Testing of the magnetic components has been completed, and the bottom of the organ has been buttoned up with it's wooden covers. They have also started testing the blowers to move air... read more →
Wiring of the organ is nearing completion and has entered the testing phase. Each connection must be verified it is functioning and giving the proper signal to the correct component of the... read more →
The complex wiring for the instrument continues. Also, the large pipes that direct the wind/air to the organ pipes from the blower motors are being installed this week.
The scaffolding is down and the big pipes of the organ can be easily seen. The electrical wiring is being worked on this week and one of two blower motors that provides... read more →
The big pipes for the organ have been installed and it is really taking shape now! The scaffolding will be down later this week and Sunday we will have a great view... read more →
Get a sneak peek at organ construction going on today at St. Peter's!