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John-Paul Buzard (1997)

First Baptist Church: Sanctuary
401 W. Prairie Ave.
Decatur, IL

Note: Not extant. Not playable. (in this location)


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2022-11-08 - This entry represents tonal modifications made to an existing organ by a different builder than the original. Updated through online information from Michael Berman: Ten new ranks of Buzard pipes were installed, replacing the Great and Positiv Mixtures, the Pedal 16' Posaune and the Swell reeds. From the Buzard website: *"In 1997, Buzard Pipe Organ Builders completed a major tonal overhaul of the instrument, including comprehensive revoicing and the installation of 10 new ranks."* In 2005, the congregation elected to move to a new location, and not to move the organ along. The organ was removed in 2005 by the Buzard firm and rebuilt for St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in Philadelphia, PA. with installation in 2006. -Jim Stettner


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