Notes on Church Organs: Their Position and the Materials Used in Their Construction (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

C. K. K. Bishop

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265707358 ISBN 13: 9780265707357

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Find the right organ for your space—balanced power, clear tone, and lasting quality.

This guide highlights how building size, acoustics, and placement influence an organ’s sound, with practical advice on expanding from a modest start to a fully capable instrument. It emphasizes choosing seasoned builders and using durable materials to protect your investment, so the organ can accompany both choirs and congregations with ease.

Explore how pipe scale, material thickness, and careful wind pressure shape tone. Learn why proper positioning matters for sound travel, and how to plan for future upgrades without expensive disruptions. The text also discusses architectural considerations, case design, and the role of the organ as both music maker and church feature.

• How to size an organ for a building and audience
• Impact of pipe scale, metal composition, and material quality on tone
• Guidance on placement to maximize sound propagation
• Tips for planning future additions and avoiding costly renovations

Ideal for readers of church music, organ enthusiasts, and parish decision-makers seeking reliable, long-term performance from a well-designed instrument.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265707358
• ISBN 13: 9780265707357
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 78