Guestbook Archive

Very nice virtual museum! I have an Estey reed organ that I don't know much about. I loved learning more on your website! Thank you!
Catherine Potter <catelipot@comcast.net>
Allenstown, NH USA - Monday, June 23, 2008 at 02:04:04 (EDT)

I was researching our organ Opus 548. I believe we are at the 100th anniversary and are wanting to do a celebatory concert. Any information, or participation on your part would be most welcome. 207 935-3413 8AM to noon or email above. Rev. Ken
Rev. Ken Turley <fryeburgnewchurch@yahoo.com>
Fryeburg, ME - Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 10:44:57 (EDT)

Researching my Estey Organ. Also has a label "Fred Lane, 1584 Alfred Street South, Nottingham". Do you think this was the vendor of this organ?
Debbie Abney <debab58@aol.com>
Santa Fe, TX 77517 - Sunday, May 04, 2008 at 17:08:33 (EDT)

I have an Estey organ, model Columbia, serial #960096, could you give me any information on it, I bought it new about 8 years ago, but have lost the book that can with it. Thank you
larry decker <decker_i1935@yahoo.com>
lehigh, fl USA - Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 06:33:32 (EDT)

I have inherited an Estey reed organ. I cannot locate a date or serial number. I have checked your webside and do not find a match. I would like to submit a picture of my organ.
Karen Gage <rkgwildcat@yahoo.com>
Russell, KS USA - Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 18:19:13 (EDT)

My Grandma Dorothy (Estey) Shanafelt says this is her great great grandpa, which makes him my Great, great, great, great grandpa doesn't it? I would be please to know more about the family!
Bonnie Shanafelt <easybsjava@yahoo.com>
Groveland, CA - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 23:40:23 (EDT)

I just purchased a cottage organ Serial number 31750 and looked for info on google and found your sight. I find it very informative and can't wait to see your museum.
Dave Scism <dscism@hvc.rr.com>
Red Hook, NY USA - Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 22:08:34 (EDT)

We are in possesion of a Estey reed organ belived to be from 1892. It is in great condition and partially disassembled but a great restoration project. Would anyone have any info to assist us in restoration? Thanks.
Robert N Belanger <rnbelanger64@msn.com>
Auburn, NH USA - Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 09:29:33 (EDT)

A freind has a very old Estey Organ and Piano and I was interested in some history.
Craig Hammond <craig_hammond@comcast.net>
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 01:36:26 (EDT)

I just purachsed a Discovery II Organ and would like to know Where I can purchase the books for this organ.
Karen Pucci <steelers36@email.com>
Streetsboro, OH USA - Monday, March 24, 2008 at 14:24:13 (EDT)

Oddly enough, here in the outback of Texas, an Estey Pipe Organ survives in an historic church 15 miles from me. I have had the opportunity to play it on occassion. The serial number has been identified apparently as 2095. I am curious as to what information exists concerning this instrument.
Stephen Vinson <Lewissvtx5@aol.com>
Lueders, TX USA - Friday, March 21, 2008 at 18:49:56 (EDT)

I was trying to find out how old a childs pump organ is that I purchased.
D. Hudson
- Sunday, March 16, 2008 at 11:49:20 (EDT)

I am historian for the 1st Methodist Church in Terrell, Texas and we have a small Estey organ that I want to identify.
Jean Ann Ables-Flatt <jaaflatt@aol.com>
Terrell, TX USA - Thursday, March 06, 2008 at 20:52:31 (EST)

My dad was Hyacinth Renaud and I worked with him for a few years back in the 60s We would have people send us pictur organs and I would look up the info and send it back. I was in my teens back then.
Mary Jane Renaud Giroux <mjrg@mail.com>
Brattleboro, VT usa - Tuesday, March 04, 2008 at 13:07:34 (EST)

I just took a job at the Drew United Methodist Church in Carmel, NY which has opus 3170 Estey organ. I have very much enjoyed looking through your website and finding much interesting information on the history of the Estey company. Thank your for your good work.
Don Wiggins <dgwiggins@gmail.com>
Cortlandt Manor, NY USA - Sunday, March 02, 2008 at 15:58:14 (EST)

in approx 1973 i purchased an estey organ from a man in michigan who restored pump organs. he shipped it to me in california after building a crate for it. when it was delivered,the crate was brought into the house by ups end over end by the delivery company; loose pieces could be heard at each turn. i contacted the gentleman in michigan and he flew out to california and put everything back together again. it worked great. in 1981 we moved to a small cabin in the wilderness and there was not room for the organ; it was stored at a friend's residence for 26 years. we have retrieved it (moved from the wilderness) and it needs some work. specifically some of the decorative pieces fell off due to the glue drying out. i would like to replace them. where do i start? the gentleman from whom i purchased it said in approx 1973 that the organ was about 105 years old.
joni mcfarren <jonianddavid25@snowcrest.net>
- Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 20:00:09 (EST)

I have my Grandmother's Estey organ purchased used in the early 1910 period. I will look for a serial number, thanks to your information.
elaine bradshaw <ebradshaw@ci.eureka.ca.gov>
eureka, ca usa - Friday, February 22, 2008 at 15:42:50 (EST)

I have just purchased an Estey model Discovery II organ. I understand that Estey built these for the Lowery Co. Could you assist me in obtaining an original instruction book that went with this organ? Thank you for your help.
Robert Schmedes <elbobsch@bellsouth.net>
Spring Hill, Fl Hernando - Monday, February 18, 2008 at 19:59:52 (EST)

We have a foldaway Estey reed organ used by methodist ministires in country Western Australia. For years it was used as as seat in a shearing shed. I have some pictures and would like to try to date the instrument. Have you an address I can send some photos to?
Phil Angus <privmail@bigpond.com>
Brisbane, QLD Australia - Sunday, February 03, 2008 at 03:24:05 (EST)

I recently acquired a Vox Humana Tremolo organ made by Estey Organ Company, patented in 1866, resubmitted in 1869. I am interested in restoring it as it is in excellent condition. I need some guidance.
B. J. CHENAULT <bjc270421@cs.com>
LUBBOCK, TX USA - Sunday, January 27, 2008 at 00:18:05 (EST)

I am receiving a Baby Grand Piano from my Aunt who is 94 years old. I have not found the serial number yet.
Anthony J. Iacono <a4iacono@aol.com>
San Pedro, CA USA - Saturday, January 26, 2008 at 23:45:28 (EST)

I'm trying to send photos to Phil Stimmel's of an organ, however the emails keep getting returned to me. Any other email address??? Thanks, Erin
Erin McCarthy <erinamccarthy@comcast.net>
Newington, nh - Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 18:56:31 (EST)

I have an Estey reed Organ from 1870's
Sany & John Mansberger <labyrinthsrsm@aol.com>
Baltimore, Md USA - Sunday, January 20, 2008 at 19:47:59 (EST)

Hello, I have an Estey organ I would like to donate. It's in very good condition. Built between 1870-72. It was my great-grandmother's. I have had for 30 years myself. Could you please contact me. erinamccarthy@comcast.net Thank you, Erin
Erin McCarthy erinamccarthy@comcast.net

Newington, NH US - Sunday, January 06, 2008 at 13:34:52 (EST)

Popular Arbor Congregational Church, est 1909, has a Estey Organ in use every Sunday during music service. The organ's serial number is 437823. It has been wonderful to have for decades of services. The church is in search for a service manual or part manual for this paticular organ, for it still plays and sounds wonderful, although we want it to always be in the best possible usable condition. If there is any information on the age, model, part avalability, or anthing we could possible use in keeping this organ in good working condition please send. Please call me, 229-239-1122, or Deacon Joseph Lane, 229-782-5870, if there is any help you can provide our church. Thank you and God Bless
Leslie Hawkins <Hawkins_Leslie@csx.com>
Sale City, Ga USA - Sunday, January 06, 2008 at 13:49:24 (EST)

Was happy to locate Opus 1206, built in 1914 for Trinity Episcopal Church, Tacoma, WA (now known as Christ Church). Would be interested to acquire the original stoplist of Opus 1206 if possible for use in the 2008 OHS Organ Atlas. Thanks, David Dahl (organist, Christ Church, Tacoma, WA)
David Dahl <dahldp@plu.edu>
Tacoma, WA USA - Thursday, January 03, 2008 at 13:00:57 (EST)

I have an Estey piano and it needs to be refurbished along with new keys. Approximately how much do you think this will cost me, and do you think this would be a good idea? Others have told me to junk it, but I think it would be worth it. What is your opinion?
Phyllis Stroughter <phyllisstroughter@sbcglobal.net>
Hope, AR USA - Tuesday, December 25, 2007 at 21:13:12 (EST)

Great site. Thanks for all of the work. OPUS 2282 in Elgin, IL still in same location as far as I know. No longer 1st Baptist. Now a spanish cong., but I believe organ is still intact/extant. SAVE IT SAVE IT. I live about 12 miles from there, and play at a church about 1 block away.
Harry Spring <bear4now@aol.com>
Burlington, IL USA - Sunday, December 23, 2007 at 15:20:12 (EST)

I discover from your great site that I have an Estey Studio Organ, 386609, made about 1913. I am moving to Western Pa. and would love to see it have a new home before leaving Philadelphia. It seems in good condition (photo available) and played well the last time it was used. It has been in storage the last 17 years.
Frank Moser <frank@moserfd.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Thursday, December 20, 2007 at 22:00:48 (EST)

We have a Wegman small grand (54" fron the keys to the edge of the strings. Number 22893 is on the Capo D'Astro Bar. Can you tell me anythig about it? The case is fine but the keys were plastic and are shot. It probably needs other work as well. I guess its' real value is the tiny size. Thanks for your help. Larry Kassman
larry kassman <tinabandlarry@aol.com>
aventura, fl USA - Sunday, December 02, 2007 at 17:44:45 (EST)

I have an Estey Pump Organ for sale. Research sets age near the turn of the 1900's possibly 1890-1910. One owner last 40+ years. It is a 5 octave keyboard - 11 musical stops. There is one key in lower octave and 2-3 in the upper octave that does not work with all stops. Functioning pump bellows & knee-activated controls which boost the sound & voice. Wood is in remarkable shape, but the carpet on the foot pedals show lots of wear. It measures approximately 78 inches tall, by 22” deep and 52” wide. Please call 919.413.0423
T.S. Williams, Jr. <oneofdegataga@nc.rr.com>
Wake Forest, NC - Monday, November 26, 2007 at 16:45:01 (EST)

I own an Estey's Organ but I don't know the number. I purchased it from a small church in California.
Shryl L Giacalone <shrylg21@msn.com>
Reno, Nv 89506 - Sunday, November 25, 2007 at 01:51:32 (EST)

I moved to Texas from Ohio a little over a year ago and attend Bastrop First United Methodist church in Bastrop Texas. I hear your Estey Opus 2380 every Sunday. What a magnificent instrument.
bob hays <misterrnr@sbcglobal.net>
ceedar creek, tx usa - Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 16:32:30 (EST)

I have an Estey 2 manual and pedal reed organ that at one time belonged to a church in Saginaw, Mi. My husband aquired it many years ago. It's a beautiful instrument and in very good condition (visually if not musically, as I have never heard it played,it's never been completely put together). My husband died two years ago and I am now going to move to a smaller house and need to find its value and possibly a buyer. If I sent a picture could you give me information on it? Thank you. Brenda Honsinger I may be contacted at 989-992-0102 or at work 989-652-8181
Brenda Honsinger <bhonsinger@charter.net>
Saginaw, Mi USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 20:27:15 (EST)

I was thrilled to be able to share the picture and information about August and Charles Gunzinger with my family. Charles is my great-grandfather. As a child I loved to listen to him play. I learned to play on his piano. My own children were fascinated by their "famous" and talented ancestors. We're looking forward to visiting the Estey Organ company when we travel through Brattleboro.
Heidi DeFlippo <hdeflippo@yahoo.com>
Middlefield, CT USA - Friday, November 02, 2007 at 21:42:39 (EDT)

I have a Estey Piano with serial number 24663 that i would like to get rid of. thanks
Dan Lueken <dan_caseih@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at 16:18:13 (EDT)

I have an old estey organ and I am still trying to idenify it.
wilbur hester <wlh@arkwest.com>
danville, AR usa - Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 14:35:16 (EDT)

I have an Estey Piano that was handed down from my Grandmother. The serial number is 65063
Charles Lindner <Charles_lindner@150pelican.com>
San Rafael, CA 94903 - Monday, October 08, 2007 at 18:05:40 (EDT)

Just purchased serial number 230017 Reed Organ. (1980-1892). How would I find the model name and or number?
Eric Wyse <ericwyse@martingalemusic.com>
Brentwood, Tn USA - Monday, September 24, 2007 at 12:34:29 (EDT)

We are fortunate to have three working Estey pipe organs in north Texas of the roughly 75 sold in Texas and Oklahoma. There may be more instruments still in use. I'm doing some research to find out.
Dr. Alan Dewey Martin <dradmartin@aol.com>
Wichita Falls, TX United States - Friday, August 31, 2007 at 14:22:38 (EDT)

Enjoyed looking at this site. Family Church in Allentown Pa had OP1585 St Stephen's Lutheran until 1967 when a rebuild was done by a local builder. About 80% of the original organ remained including the beautiful casework. In early 1990's a new console was added. Thanks again! Really enjoy this site!
George Cabot <snowman2315@comcast.com>
Quakertown, PA USA - Saturday, February 12, 2005 at 20:37:32 (EST)

I have estey piano year 1899 serial #27242 tel: 818-881-6616
Dalia S. Rad <bobby@horizentexties.com>
encino, ca usa - Sunday, January 22, 2006 at 14:53:11 (EST)

We look after a 9 stop Estey Opus 1036, one of three I am aware of exported to Australia. This one retains its original console, windchests, pipes and outward appearance but now has ellectric action. The Labial Oboe is superb.
Ian Brown, Organ Builder, Australia <orgbrown@lis.net.au>
- Wednesday, January 11, 2006 at 16:53:49 (EST)

We have Estey 23,093 and an auctioneer acquaintance says it's only useful as a boat anchor! It still mostly plays although I think some repair is in order. We would like to gt it into the hands of someone who can play it, love it and take care of it. Any ideas as to how to find a buyer and what the value is?
Jill Kollmann <mkollmann@att.net>
Fountain Valley, CA 92708 - Sunday, January 08, 2006 at 19:11:08 (EST)

We had an Estey reed organ in our church when I was growing up in the '50's. I wonder how many reed organs were sold in Canada. Also a friend added a rank of pipes to a two manual reed organ which is still playing well.
George Wallace <georgeviola@hotmail.com>
Kitchener, Ontario Canada - Monday, December 26, 2005 at 08:39:54 (EST)

Thank you for the website - just purchased an Estey pump organ - and need to repair - just wondering if others in northern California with an organ or suggestions on repair. By the way, what is happening with the organ in Pasadena?
Lawrence Fox <fox@softcom.net>
Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, December 06, 2005 at 01:16:00 (EST)

I just obtained a Cottage Organ SN13968 that has been kept in the family. Thanks to your website, I can really appreciate the historical significance of this wonderful instrument.
Janet Havey <jlhavey@earthlink.net>
La Mirada, CA - Sunday, December 04, 2005 at 01:57:11 (EST)

I am the great-grandaughter of August Gunzinger. I was born in Brattleboro, as was my father Carl, son of Ludwig, son of August. I am proud to read about my great-grandfather's fine gifts as a voicer in your website. I must have had some of his genes because I played the organ as a child before I ever knew of his professional career! Many thanks for your insight on this gifted man. Sincerely, Alyson Gunzinger Calafiore
Alyson Gunzinger Calafiore <ameocal@aol.com>
North Haven, CT USA - Sunday, October 30, 2005 at 18:59:12 (EST)

I have now had the honor of playing recitals on Opus 1602 in Miles City, MT at the First Presbyterian church both on their 100th and now 125th anniversary. Quite a beast! The manual combinations are still the same as I set up 30 years ago!
Edwin L. Stickney M.D. <estickney2@bresnan.net>
Billings, MT Yellowstone - Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at 15:05:45 (EDT)

It's great to read about past organs. I started on a small Wicks Pipe Organ at Ward Street Methodist Church in High Point NC as a youth. I have served mostly churches with digital organs. I now may have a chance to move to a church (First Baptist Church Thomasville NC)with a small Estey, I only hope that it happens. Preserving this type of info is one of the greatest things that can happen with/in the computer age. Great Job and THANKS
Richard Michaels <organkeyer@aol.com>
Thomasville, NC USA - Friday, October 21, 2005 at 13:42:40 (EDT)

Although I couldn't attend the BIG EVENT this weekend (Reed Organ Society gathering), I am delighted that I discovered this site. What an awesome job you have accomplished in creating it. I own 5 Estey reed organs in my small collection (2 model T's, a Boudoir, a Modernistic, and a portable model JJ). I hope to get some pictures and info to send to you. Keep up the good work.
Larry Claus <BEHSSTLC@cros.net>
Bellevue, OH USA - Saturday, October 15, 2005 at 21:11:12 (EDT)

My uncle, a farmer in Bridgton, ME, had an Estey in the room next to his hired man's apartment. On a visit when I was eleven, I went in and played away early one morning, much to the consternation of the daughter who was sleeping in the next room. As a piano technician, I have repaired many Estey reed organs and am always impressed with their workmanship.
Bill Maxim <wmaxim@sc.rr.com>
Columbia, SC USA - Saturday, October 15, 2005 at 08:35:23 (EDT)

Found your site because my mother, Elsie D. Gaul, is listed as having worked here. She was a bookkeeper. When I was a child, we had an Estey organ in our home. Not sure what became of it -- I guess it got replaced by a piano!
Deborah Gaul Vanderslice <corglab@hotmail.com>
Nahant, MA USA - Monday, October 10, 2005 at 00:38:34 (EDT)

I have an 1882 Queen Anne Victorian house & we have an Estey reed organ in the dining room. I came on this website to see where to find the serial number so I can try to date it. Thanks for all the info - this should do it!!
Connie Smith <3smiths@vei.net>
Graysville, GA USA - Thursday, September 29, 2005 at 08:58:58 (EDT)

I have a A18 organ, Mod.#392622. I would like to sell it. Can you give me an idea what it is worth? It is not in working condition at this time.
Richard DiNolfi <richarddinolfi@yahoo.com>
Parker, AZ USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 21:52:25 (EDT)

Hi - My Mother has an organ with the Estey label but we can not find any serial number. It is very small and folds up to resemble a small trunk. Any ideas of it's age? Thank you! Roxanne
Roxanne <rbrewer@ttpartners.com>
Charlotte, NC USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 10:42:23 (EDT)

Hello,
I am writing to you to commend you on your webpage> I have had a career as an organist and pianist in the New York and New Jesey area since 1971. A friend of mine who is a Minister at the Westside United Methodist Church still has the remain facade and organ in place. I have had the aqaintance of the Wicks Organ, the Peragallo Organ,and the Cassavant Organ as well as many electronic instruments such as the Rodgers and the Saville. My main organ teacher just passed away this past May at the age of 98 and was the former organist at many congregations through out the New York Area including a stint at the Cathederal of St, John the Divine as assistant organist. His name was Victor Powell who lived music and life to the fullest. He was a great teacher and inspiration to us all here in Rockland County, N.Y. I have onley encountered one Estey Organ here in Nyack at theCommunity Church which has been closed and now serves as a community center. I believe the organ is still there and it is an Estey. I have also played the Odell Organ and the Kilgen Organ here in Stony Point and Haverstraw NY St. Peters in Haverstraw has an Estey I believe and it is still functioning. Is the company still in business and are you repairing, tuning and rebuilding? It would be good to hear from you.
Regards.
Peter Tarsio
peter tarsio <petapiano@gmail.com>
tomkins cove, ny usa - Sunday, August 14, 2005 at 20:14:21 (EDT)

I purchased an Estey's organ and was told it was from the 1860's. Where do I find the serial number and can I purchase an original bench for it? It is in wonderful condition and plays well. Can I get some instruction on how to play this very unique organ. Thank you for any information you can give me. Chery Sendio
Cheryl Sendio <sendiocheryl@yahoo.com>
Gulfport, Fl USA - Monday, August 08, 2005 at 13:45:03 (EDT)

Fine site. Grew up taking lessons in the Old Town, ME, Methodist Church I HAS BEEN HERE TWICE ooooooooooooooooooooooooooo GOD BLESS MUGU
MGBADA MUMU <MUMU_MUGU@YAHOO.CA>
LOEM, - Saturday, July 30, 2005 at 22:58:48 (EDT)

I have organ #414212 in my living room. It was purchased in 1935 in St. John's Nfld, Canada as a wedding gift for my grandparents. It was shipped to the north coast of Labrador and later (~1942) moved to central Labrador before finally making the trip to my house in Nova Scotia a few years ago.
Barry <bep_111@hotmail.com>
Timberlea, NS Canada - Thursday, July 21, 2005 at 20:33:59 (EDT)

I own Opus No. 2819, 3 rank Upright Minuette, previously owned by Fred Feibel.
Joseph Vanore <vanore@juno.com>
Ridgewood, NJ US - Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at 14:08:54 (EDT)

Thanks! I just enjoyed an 18-yr run at Opus 2896 at Arden Wood, San Francisco. It's been judiciously enhanced from II/10 to II/16 but the Estey charm still teems, Silver Flute unit and all.
Dave Givens <nwprrnut@yahoo.com>
Albany, CA USA - Monday, July 04, 2005 at 01:09:33 (EDT)

My aunt and uncle just recently sold their 1895 victorian home, and I very luckily came into posession of their Estey Parlor Organ. It was converted from foot to electric power some years ago, but otherwise seems nicely unmolested. The most unfortunate thing is that I can't date it 100%, as there is a piece of black fabric tape going right over the serial number! It is either 31600 or 316000. I figure on the latter, as I found an ad for a similar styled one for sale, which had the later serial number (Dating it between 1898 and 1900). Neat site, will visit often!
Robert Schmalbach
Royersford, PA USA - Saturday, July 02, 2005 at 23:51:04 (EDT)

I have rebuilt a few 2 manual + pedal Estey reed organs in the 1960s. I was getting them for less than 50 $ each then! I now own three large Rodgers analog organs. Today, some people consider these analogs as vintage instruments....as where the Estey reed organs 50 years ago!....
Jean Moquin <jean.moquin@sympatico.ca>
St-Eustache, QC canada - Monday, June 20, 2005 at 19:38:48 (EDT)

I'm real happy to see a site dedicated to the Estey Organs. I was born in Proctor, VT and raised in Brattleboro, VT from 1964 to 1977. The Estey factory off Birge St. was a frequent hangout for my friends and I. I had the privilege of playing a few different Estey organs at local churches and residences over the years. Some day I'd like to buy an old Estey and restore it.
Jeffrey Leon Meyer <webmaster@jeffreylmeyer.com>
Hastings, FL USA - Saturday, June 18, 2005 at 23:12:04 (EDT)

Very interesting site - we oen an estey organ, no 104377. This came into the Uk via Estey agents in Manchester (Locke & Son). It looks pretty old but plays well. Am trying to find out a little bit more about it.
David Hardy <dvhardy@btinternet.com>
warrington, cheshire UK - Saturday, June 18, 2005 at 08:50:25 (EDT)

i have an estey organ for sale email me for pics its currently on ebay right now at 1,000
gary <granzow@knology.net>
dunedin, fl us - Saturday, June 18, 2005 at 08:03:33 (EDT)

i bought a beautiful estey organ antique and am trying to identify it
connie cantrell <cat00737326@yahoo.com>
ducktown tn. 37326, tn usa - Tuesday, June 14, 2005 at 06:17:50 (EDT)

I own an Estey Parlor (cottage) Organ. I checked this web site in preparation for selling it.
Robert Gingerich <gingeric@rochelle.net>
Rochelle, il us - Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 00:38:12 (EDT)

I have just purchased an Estey Electric Pump Organ from my local church. It is not working at this time and I am told that an organ company representative has said that there is nothing that can be done with it. I refuse to believe this. If it worked once, it can work again. 05 at 21:42:43 (EDT)

This is a terrific website. I became acquainted with the Estey name in the late 1940s, as a kid in school, and in 1962 visited the then empty factory site. I'm glad to see the Estey organs so well documented here and in a number of publications too.
Tom Garver <thgart@aol.com>
Madison, WI - Saturday, April 30, 2005 at 22:25:12 (EDT)

Hello, I'm the current organist for Hawthorne Lane United Methodist Church in Charlotte NC and found the manufacturer of our previous organ! We have a 1954 Moller that was the replacement for the 1920 Estey: I had been looking in church archive files but was unable to find any information. We're getting ready to celebrate our 90th anniversary and I'll share this with our commitee. Our Opus number was 1813 and I'd like to also receive a copy of the facade drawings. Many thanks!
Mike Moyer <mikemoyer@bellsouth.net>
Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, April 28, 2005 at 23:06:10 (EDT)

Great to see a site devoted to celebrating the international influence of the Estey organs. I have played them for churches and fun since I was 12. Best wishes.
BRUCE M. LINDSAY <blindsay@chariot.net.au>
STIRLING, SA AUSTRALIA - Saturday, April 23, 2005 at 05:03:07 (EDT)

Great website! We look forward to your organ recital on 4/24/05! Terri
Theresa Hall <tlhall@admin.umass.edu>
Greenfield, MA Franklin - Tuesday, April 05, 2005 at 05:02:32 (EDT)

An excellent website of a fine American organ company. I am looking forward to the complete listing of mechanical organ rolls for the Estey Residence Organ. The complete opus list is a fine one.
Dennis Ferrara <dferrara@mcc.edu>
Flint, MI USA - Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 17:16:40 (EST)

Great to make this connections! Great site!
Andrew Eddy <andrew@elanfinearts.com>
Rockport, ME USA - Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at 06:10:50 (EST)

have an old Estey and found your site interesting. i restored it some years ago but lost the original finish. it had been painted white by an old Aunt. I restored with help of one William Sanders who said it didn't appear in any catalogue. will send photo if you can help identify.
Dennis McCracken spinners@bigpond.net

Adelaide, South Australia Australia - Tuesday, March 29, 2005 at 20:40:16 (EST)

Great site. Op. 3112 is installed at St. James Presbyterian Church in Harlem, 141st Street and St. Nicholas Ave. A friend and I restored it in '97. It is working well. Do you have any info on the organs at Jamaica High School in Jamaica, Queens, NY, and at St. Jerome RC Church in the Bronx? Thanks.
Dave Schmauch daveschmauch@hotmail.com

New York, NY USA - Tuesday, March 29, 2005 at 14:04:59 (EST)

I own a Estey Organ Serial#237694.It is quite beautiful.When we bught the house we found it down in the basement.We have had several people us wanting to buy it.Curious to what value it has.
Holly Challoner/Dukeshire lewishjd@ns.sympatico.ca

Yarmouth, NS CANADA - Monday, March 28, 2005 at 18:56:57 (EST)

Great site and very informative. I have an Estey organ. It has been in my family for over 45 yrs. At this time, do not have any idea how old my organ is. It is in very good condition with the exception of material on the foot pedals. Just started researching today. Would love to hear from other Estey organ owners.
MELONIE HONEYCUTT craftydevil54@yahoo.com

TYLER, TX USA - Thursday, March 24, 2005 at 17:47:21 (EST)

We have an Estey Organ 334291 year 1902 Its been in my family since new
Joan Harris <joanharris@telus.net>
Campbell River , BC Canada - Sunday, March 06, 2005 at 23:10:03 (EST)

You are to be commended on such a labor of love...This is a tribute to a sweeter, saner world...
Susan Carter <susancarter@comcast.net>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Friday, February 04, 2005 at 11:44:02 (EST)

Very well done. Excellent source of material for anyone interested in the fascinating story of the pipe organ builders of America.
Dr. John W. Landon <landon.jw@verizon.net>
Dade City, FL FL USA - Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 15:15:10 (EST)

You truly amaze me with your devotion of hours and hours to this site and to the legacy of the pipe organ in Brattleboro!
Sherry Stimmel <sherrys@together.net>
Brattleboro, VT USA - Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 09:20:57 (EST)

I played the Estey in Central Methodist Church in Newberry S. C. many years ago. I visited VT after the Boston AGO Convention. Unfortunately, I was musch too late in time to see the factory working. What a loss! Congratulation on the Web page. Andy Price.
Andy Price <Pricington@aol.com>
Falls Church, Va USA - Saturday, January 22, 2005 at 21:07:33 (EST)
I've just purchased Dennis Waring's book "Manufacturing the Muse," about Estey organs. I knew of the firm as a reed organ builder but had no idea that it built so many pipe organs. A terrific website too! My compliments.
Thomas H. Garver
Madison, WI - Saturday, January 15, 2005 at 11:39:04 (EST)

Enjoyed the site...had no idea Eetey was such an old and venerable Company. Were you aware that there is a large (church?) model Estey with a seperate player mechanism alive and well at "The Music House" in Traverse City, MI? This is quite a place with beautifully restored mechanical music makers of all shapes and sizes. Get there if you can. Regards, Jim
Jim Plenus <jmplenus@isp.com>
La Porte, IN USA - Friday, January 07, 2005 at 23:19:57 (EST)

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Australia, USA - Monday, January 03, 2005 at 02:37:57 (EST)

Enjoy browsing.
Welcome <welcome@newageteam.net>
- Monday, December 27, 2004 at 03:57:46 (EST)

Very interesting...
Hello <hello@amateurfrank.com>
- Thursday, December 23, 2004 at 03:36:52 (EST)

I have come across an estey organ. Would like to sell. It is very old.
misty poole <pooleb@charter.net>
Anderson, sc USA - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 21:09:46 (EST)

I am a new Estey organ owner and I LOVE IT. thank you for making such a superior product I look forward to many years of making beautiful music
Eva Pearson <GaylordPearson@netscape.com>
Ocala, Fl USA - Saturday, December 11, 2004 at 05:17:16 (EST)

I was raised with marvelous Estey Pipe Organs. Installations where I have been privileged to play have mostly disappeared.
These in include: First Baptist Church (Southwest); the Way of the Cross Church of Christ; the Nineteenth Street Baptist Church all of Washington, DC. All the churches have been razed. Are there viable Estey Pipe Organs in the greater Washington, DC-Baltimore, MD areas. I can still hear the unmistakable warm tones that make my hair stand up.
Rev. Stephen N. Short, Sr. <snshort@msn.com>
Washington, DC USA - Friday, December 10, 2004 at 23:25:42 (EST)

Wonderful site. We have an excellent Estey/Brys which accompanies a fine music program at Sanbornton Congregational Church, UCC. Major components from 1284, 3247, 1865, 3072.
Dennis Akerman <dennisa@metrocast.net>
Sanbornton, NH USA - Tuesday, December 07, 2004 at 15:36:36 (EST)

Fine site. Grew up taking lessons in the Old Town, ME, Methodist Church Esty of 8 ranks.
James D. Flood <jdflood@adelphia.net>
Clarence, NY USA - Saturday, November 27, 2004 at 13:16:30 (EST)

I am fifth generation of Esteys. My father was Joseph Gray Estey. I was born and raised in Brattleboro. I live now in Guilford, Vt just 7 miles south of Brattleboro. This is a delightful webpage. I am happy that the organ company is getting the interest especially in the pipe organs again.
Joan Estey Barradale <catamont@sover.net>
Guilford , VT USA - Saturday, August 28, 2004 at 16:16:20 (EDT)

The residence 2 organ appears to be an instrument that is located in the White House in Washington. I am making this judgement solely based on the decor and early Whitehouse photographs. In Florida, at the Henry Flagler home is a similar decor but the Organ there is behind a screen.
william rowland <ludwigvan_beethoven@yahoo.com>
greenville,, sc USA - Monday, July 19, 2004 at 04:42:37 (EDT)

I grew up playing theopus 3007 which was located at the Clemson Presbyterian Church until about 1980. It was supposedly then sold or given to a church in Brazil. There are also Esteys at the National Conservatories of Argentina and Chili. The SOuth American Instruments are unplayable. The Clemson Church Organ had diapasons that sounded more like honking car horns. The best part for me were the string stops which were rich in tin. To the best of my knowledge this was a tracker Instrument. I had been led to believe that this Organ was installed in the 1910 period but indications seem to indicate that it was built in 1931. Other instruments in the area were and are one at the Walhalla Methodist Church which was placed in a basement. Another comment on this site states that he had acquired such and istrument which maybe the same instrument. It's diapasons also tended to honk. The Greenville Women's College is no longer in exsitence and presumably it's Estey. This College became part of Furman University. Furman no longer has any of it's previous Organs but does have a Walter Hopltcamp (sp)masterpiece which was the last Organ that Walter personally worked on and supervised it's erection. I will be checking for the existence of other such Organs in the area and post here.
william rowland <ludwigvan_beethoven>
Greenville, SC USA - Monday, July 19, 2004 at 04:27:18 (EDT)

op 1116 was in my home church, Arkansas ( City) KS.My mother, aunt, and I all served as organists at one time or another. Organ was electrified in the early '50's and sold ( building was demolished) sometime in the 70's. I was told a doctor from OK bought the organ at auction. I knew op 447 in Winfield KS, mostly in it's incarnation as a 1948 Austin rebuild. It was sold( or scrapped) a year or so ago was on OCH list for a while. When in college in San Francisco, my main practice organ was an Estey in a small church on Haight St ( pre-Hippie), I haven't been able to identify it on op lit, I think it had been moved there. Further college work in Philadelphia had me as organist-c'master at S. Philly's St Elisabeth's Estey ( early 1900's) again I've been unable to identify it in the op list, it also was probably moved to the church as a 2nd location.
Sanford Berry <sanbett@webtv.net>
Hilton Head, SC USA - Sunday, July 18, 2004 at 15:40:25 (EDT)

I removed Estey Op. 2775 from its original location as listed in the opus list, and managed to save the original contract between the church and Estey as well. Plans having changed about my use for the organ, I sold it last year to a young man in Pennsylvania for installation in his home. Its a wonderful instrument,,and I am glad I got to play it before I removed it from the church. Even tho I am older now, I will be helping the present owner with the installation wherever I can.
L V (Roc) Rockafellow <GRSCoLVR@aol.com>
USA - Friday, July 16, 2004 at 12:53:47 (EDT)

I am the current owner of Estey 2535. Around 1980 this organ installed in a basment, was flooded with hot water. Most damage was to the chests. Most pipe work was OK and that was what I wanted for my pipe organ. I like Estey pipes.
Russell Doering <rdoer30176@aol.com>
Sunnyvale, CA USA - Tuesday, July 06, 2004 at 22:34:52 (EDT)

I am the current owner of Estey 2535. Around 1980 this organ installed in a basment, was flooded with hot water. Most damage was to the chests. Most pipe work was OK and that was what I wanted for my pipe organ. I like Estey pipes. Russell Doering
Russell Doering <rdoer30176@aol.com>
Sunnyvale, CA USA - Tuesday, July 06, 2004 at 22:33:10 (EDT)

@yrs ago we acquired no 748 from Langhorne Presbytyrian church Pa. who were replacing it with an Allen Electronic. It needed qyite a bit of work done to it. 748has now been fully restored to 17 ranks of pipes instead of the orginal 12. and at moment is in crates awaiting to be put back together again after moving from Delaware to NC. We hope to have back in working order by Christmas this year.
Ted Wooldridge and Bill Mckissock <Wyc1421@aol.com>
Warrenton, NC USA - Thursday, June 24, 2004 at 09:25:16 (EDT)

Hi, Came across your website seeking more info. about Estey Organs. You may interested to know that there is an Estey Minuette pipe organ in decent playing condition in the music room at Mill Bridge Village in Lancaster, PA. Worth your visit if you are ever in the area.
Jan S. Van Der Stad <janvds@optonline.net>
Oak Ridge, NJ USA - Thursday, June 24, 2004 at 08:22:32 (EDT)

I played Opus 1784 for over 20 years. In 1981 it was placed with an Allen 1203 Custom.
Rick Locher <iplayorgan@comcast.net>
Joliet, IL USA - Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at 20:51:17 (EDT)

Thank you for your labors. An impressive list! The first pipe organ I ever heard was an Estey at the Presbyterian Church of Teaneck, NJ. It was there in 1953, when I first played it, and remained there until the Organ Committee purchased a two-manual Schlicker in the early 1970's.
Pat Maimone <patmai at gmail.com>
Fort Montgomery, NY USA - Friday, June 11, 2004 at 01:47:26 (EDT)

In the 60's and 70's I was the helper to a fine pipe organ man in the Pacific Northwest. Although we only worked on a few Esty Organs,the boss did say several times that they were very well made and that you could count on the pipes sounding beautiful and blending well. George L Clarke Organist and Choirmaster Sacred Heart Church Niagara Falls, NY
George L. Clarke <swelpedl@flash.net>
Williamsville, NY USA - Wednesday, June 02, 2004 at 19:52:05 (EDT)

My grandfather, Fred Anderson (immigated from Sweden in the 1880s), worked at Estey I believe in the '20s and '30s. I'm not sure what he did, but he had good carpenter tools and I know I've heard he helped make the bellows. His family (my mother was his second daughter) grew up in Brattleboro and I visited there often when I was young. If there is a roll of company workers throughout the years, I would be very interested in seeing that. Thanks for your hard work on this site.
Roger Kapp <rkapp@velaw.com>
Austin, TX USA - Monday, May 17, 2004 at 14:03:59 (EDT)

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