The 1987 East Organ

In November 1985, the ground-level 1959 organ console and a small choir division of two extended ranks above it, were destroyed in an arson attack.

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Following the repair and redecoration of the church, the decision was taken to build a free-standing, tracker-action instrument for the purpose of accompanying the liturgy and St Mildred's very accomplished choir.

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The new organ would be in a gallery overlooking the choir, and away from easy access for those who might wish to harm it!

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Completed in 1987, the East Organ has a modest but extremely versatile specification, and it has served St Mildred's with great distinction, admirably performing its role. The inaugural recital was given by Dr Peter Hurford in April 1988.

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NP Mander cleverly incorporated both mechanical action for the east with electro-pneumatic for the West Organ, which was also played from the same console. This arrangement will continue when the new organ is completed. 

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The manuals, pedals and couplers are all mechanical, with electric stop action.

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