BIOS Reporter – Volume 38, No.2 – April 2014

A few months ago, a member of the public sent the Secretary the picture on the front cover in the hope that a suitable home could be found for it. It was assumed that the picture should go to the British Organ Archive, however, the location of the organ and its builder was unknown, so an email exchange between BIOS Council Members ensued to try and solve the mystery. No one was certain of the location but suggestions ranged from it being a Methodist or Non-Conformist Chapel or a Scottish Kirk due to the unusual placement of the console. The mystery remains unsolved and we would be grateful if you have any thoughts or suggestions as to where the organ may be and of course who the organ builder may be.

Many of you will no doubt have listened to BBC Radio 3’s coverage of the return of the Southbank Organ or attended many of the recitals and concerts in person. It was very encouraging for the organ to have prominent coverage on national radio. David Hemsley has written an account of the Gala Launch Concert from a interesting perspective; having been in attendance at the opening recital in 1954. I would be interested to receive further thoughts and opinions from you regarding the organ and the Pull Out All The Stops Festival…