Mastery of organ-building as basis
We regularly design and build completely new instruments. This can be a new pipe organ for a church, conservatory, or concert hall. Or a compact chest organ. Or the reconstruction of a historically significant organ, parts of which have been lost. We are also enthusiastic about other, more experimental projects such as, a short time ago, the development and construction of a metal set of Pan pipes.
But whatever the specific project, the basis of all our work is always a craftsman’s knowledge of the art of organ-building, built up and passed down through the centuries but being enriched right now by our own creative skill. In preparing each design, we consider the following aspects:
- The specific acoustic and proportional characteristics of the space where the organ is to stand;
- Harmonic interconnection between the different parts of the organ;
- Use of the organ;
- Optimal sound-formation;
- Highest possible quality of materials and methods of manufacture.
"I am thrilled that the realisation of our vision has gone even beyond our high expectation."
Unique instruments with characters of their own
In this spirit we aspire to create in each case an instrument with its own individual personality whose qualities are tailored to the space in which it stands. The end result is an organ with a distinct style of playing, a provision of wind enhancing musical expressiveness, and a voicing which aims at letting the pipes of the organ come optimally into play.
Every newly-built organ that leaves our workshop is a unique, made-to-measure instrument. This means that each can show itself to its best advantage not just in churches, with their special acoustics, but also in concert halls or even private living rooms.
“Every stop on this organ has a personality and presence, yet they combine cohesively and musically into numerous solo combinations and choruses.”
Procedures in making an organ
The Design
Begins with a musical and technical plan which is worked out in modern 3D drawings.
The Soundboard
The connection between what the organist does on the console and the function of the soundboard.
The Pipe-Maker
How does one build an organ-pipe that’s sure to have a beautiful “voice”?
The Organ Console
The attention to historical details makes working at the organ console so special.
Casting
Techniques and materials used in casting metal plates for a specific required pipe-sound.
Voicing
Delicate work so that the sounds blend pleasantly with one another and thereby come to life.