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FORMER CATHEDRAL ORGAN FINDS NEW 'HOME IN THE MOOR'

One of the organs previously installed in Christ Church Cathedral chancel has been moved to St Pancras Church, Widecombe. A recital – to mark its arrival – will take place on Saturday 16 November.
6 Nov 2024
Music Trust
The Nelson organ in Christ Church before it was removed in April
The Nelson organ in Christ Church before it was removed in April

The Church of St Pancras, Widecombe in the Moor (also known as 'The Cathedral of the Moor'), previously had a one-manual instrument c. 1880 (builder unknown). The two-manual Nelson organ (1910) which replaces it was on loan to the Cathedral from builder, Martin Renshaw (1964, English), through the ‘Pipe Up for Pipe Organs’ scheme. Martin discussed his work with us earlier this year

The recital on Saturday 16 November will feature four organists – including Christ Church Cathedral's Senior Organ Scholar, George Balfour (2023, Music). 

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