Casavant Organ Restoration

ORGAN RESTORATION

The organ we have is truly a work of art. Installed when the church was built, the music it creates contributes to the beauty of the Mass. At a time where many newer churches are opting not to purchase and install organs, caring for ours has become even more necessary, so that we can anticipate a future full of beautiful hymns, music, and accompaniment as well as ensuring its historical preservation. Pipe Organ Data

Goals:

• Reinstall pipes that were dismantled during tower demolition (currently in piles)
• Activate disabled stops--the control on an organ console that selects a particular sound (marked in blue)
• Install a new blower solution (see temporary blower below)
• Remediate minor water damage.
• Restoration maintence required every 50 years, such as replacing "leathers" (see sample pouch rails with worn pouches, without pouches, and with new pouches installed below)

Cost Estimate:

• $300,000