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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)

Blessing of a Pipe Organ – Catholic Church

Join us to celebrate the inaugural recital of the new pipe organ at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Strongsville, OH built by Leek Pipe Organ Company! The proceedings will be lead by the most Reverend Nelson J. Perez, of Cleveland, OH and will feature performances of Bach and transcriptions of Howard Shore’s ‘Lord of the… Continue reading Blessing of a Pipe Organ – Catholic Church

Pipe Organs: Millennials to Generation Z

It’s said that the world’s oldest pipe organ resides in Sion, Switzerland built around 1435, that’s almost 600 years of pipe organs! Even with a rich and long history, the industry still has an abundance of youthful energy. Throughout the years of Leek Pipe Organ Company, we have been touched and inspired by these young… Continue reading Pipe Organs: Millennials to Generation Z

Swell Box Design and Construction (Part One)

“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 look out… Continue reading Swell Box Design and Construction (Part One)