New Pipe Organ Project
Once we became aware that our old pipe organ was in such poor condition that it needed to be replaced, we began a search for a "new to us" instrument. We immediately began to raise funds for this ambitious but essential project. Fortunately, we found a suitable replacement organ at the Ettinger Funeral Home in Shubenacadie. Through generosity of many donors and the efforts of volunteers who have organized many successful fundraising events, we are now able to enjoy this wonderful addition to our community. Read more about what the project involved and why we undertook it in this press release (pdf, one page). Fundraising to cover the costs of the project is ongoing. If you are able to make a donation to help out, please visit the website of our donations facilitator, CanadaHelps.org. Thank you!
Phase One—Dismantle and Move
The Casavant organ was purchased from Ettinger Funeral Home and a team went on April 12, 2010 to dismantle and and move the organ. It was a big task that took two days and a 26 foot U-Haul. Our team of 5 worked long hours loading pipes and then headed to Digby. Please see the photos, below.
Phase Two—Console Installation
The Casavant Console was installed on May 3 - 6, 2010. It took Peninsula Organs four days to rewire the new console and put it in place. The console is now in place and operating. The fund raising still continues to enable us to complete phase three. Phase three will be the pipe installation. It will take $10,000 to complete this as we will need another blower to accommodate the increased size. We thank those who have donated so far. The project continues.
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| New Casavant Organ, Phases One and Two. Click on the thumbnail for more photos. |
Phase Three—Installation of Pipes
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| New Casavant Organ—The Final Touches. Click for more photos. |
Phase Four—Finishing Touches and Ready to Go!
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| New Casavant Organ Ready To Go! Click for more photos. |
We are still raising the funds which will allow us to pay down the costs of installing this wonderful new instrument. Please see the Announcements page for some of the events we have organized so far. If you are able to help move this project forward through a donation, please click on the CanadaHelps.org graphic below.
If you have any questions about the project, please feel free to
or call 245-6744.