It’s in those worship spaces that we encounter another work of art, often unrecognized, sometimes silent, but ever present. Of the tens of thousands of pipe instruments that serve synagogues, temples, churches and cathedrals, most began their lives as living works of art, beautiful instruments designed to carry the songs of their congregations on their own breath. Many express the extreme vision of artisans as consummate as Antonio Stradavari, and utilize the finest materials and technology of their day. Unlike Stratavari’s famous violins, however, pipe instruments require a nearly Herculean blending of mechanics, pneumatics, architecture and engineering to give musical form to the genius of their creators.

At Walsh Organs, our philosophy toward the instruments and communities we serve is simple and consistent. Each organ that we accept under our care is an expression of the art of its time, filled with the light, grace and soul of its creator. With that in mind, we exercise the utmost care in each encounter with your instrument, from our initial evaluation and assessment to ongoing tuning, development and emergency service calls.

In the long run, the tuning and service that we provide for the pipe organs in our care is our role in a long-term partnership with our clients to curate their valuable instruments in the most responsible way possible, guarding and preserving their inherent beauty in the short term, while carefully planning for future reconstruction and development in the long term. It’s our privilege to be involved with these historic artworks in such an intimate way.

If you have a pipe instrument in need of expert tuning or care, or if you’re searching for a firm to provide a thorough evaluation of the organ in your stewardship, please contact us before you make your decision. You’ll be happy you did.