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My interest in reed organs dates back to my school days when two examples were found at my secondary school. They were no longer required and were donated to me. I recall that the makers were ESTEY AND BELL. I no longer own either of these organs.
American organs suck the wind through the reeds. European examples, known as HARMONIUMS, blow the wind through the reeds.
More recently, I have concentrated on folding organs, which were sometimes referred to as preachers organs. As the name suggests, they were intended for use where a portable instrument was required, such as use in the street. It is interesting to see the various methods used to make them collapse.
American organs suck the wind through the reeds. European examples, known as HARMONIUMS, blow the wind through the reeds.
More recently, I have concentrated on folding organs, which were sometimes referred to as preachers organs. As the name suggests, they were intended for use where a portable instrument was required, such as use in the street. It is interesting to see the various methods used to make them collapse.
The Bilhorn Telescopic Organ was built around 1901. It turned up at a Preston car boot sale in virtually complete but non-functioning condition. It was completely rebuilt by John Willis.
His website is at: http://www.musiclink.co.uk/reedorgans/restoration.html
His website is at: http://www.musiclink.co.uk/reedorgans/restoration.html
The other organs have been acquired from advertisements or auctions.
To view an extensive range of reed organs visit :---
Museum of Reed Organs and Harmoniums
To view an extensive range of reed organs visit :-
Museum of Reed Organs and Harmoniums
Larger portable reed organ, date unknown.
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