Can We Save The Chapel Ceiling?

[@ThePethericks]

The help with these two special projects, click this link to purchase your art print. doingitourselves.com/

[@ivang97997]

I already commented twice on the urgent need for the Chapel Ceiling restoration. Thank you for finally addressing the need.

[@msvaleriah]

Done! Very pleased and grateful to be in the position to help with both projects - I love how all of you work together so harmoniously. You guys are each and every one amazing!

[@busylizzieb]

Done 👍👍

[@Chanelchen123]

Wouldn't it be a good idea to let all the people involved sign a certain amount of prints? Like an extra special edition. Commemorative sort of. For a short amount of time. I know that it is a lot to ask because we artists are quite proud of our work and the amount of work we put in, but it would be a nice gesture and I am sure a lot of people would dig it. Just a suggestion. The way Yannis is trying to be super careful with the pipes is just touching. It can't be easy working in that cold space, my admiration knows no bounds.

[@Anton_16]

Done! That is such a nice idea to collect money for the restauration and I really love this wonderful pictures. So I get a Souvenir that will always remember me on the whole Story of the Konvent and oft all you lovely guys who make it possible (sorry for my bad english as a german beeing, I try my best) 🙂 Best regards from Berlin.

[@sandychilese2893]

OK, I don't normally comment to this extent, but...Regarding the Sacristy Cabinet that Billy has added to the kitchen: It's a vestment cabinet. The great huge drawers that are very shallow were built to hold the chasubles. That's the large cape like garment a priest wears during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. The fabrics are so heavy they can be damaged by handing them on a hanger so for centuries they have been laid flat for storage. The colors represents the seasons of the church year: Purple is for Advent and Lent. Green for Epiphany and Pentecost, Red is for various holy days -- usually Holy Days of Obligation or Saints days; Pink is for the third Sunday in Advent and Lent and White/Cream/Gold are for Christmas, Easter and Funerals/memorials, All Saints Day. The Chasuble is hung up during the season it is being used normally, and then stored in the drawers when it's not being used and put away for the duration. Today, Michael was talking about wearing gloves to protect him from lead leaching into his skin. Make sure to wash your hands twice with soap and water and cold water too. Warm water opens the pores. I'm so taken with the work at the convent -- the chapel has absolutely touched my heart. Episcopal priest here. Probably that's why. Thank you for sharing this amazing journey. Wish I was about thirty years younger. Oh well...Peace to you all.

[@JB-hg1em]

That's interesting !

[@jesschee5891]

Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge, really nice to learn from viewers ❤

[@CherylSimser]

@sandychilese2893 Wonderful information, thank you so much. :)

[@francesdoyle9833]

Thank you for taking the time to enlighten us. Much appreciated. 🙏

[@user-yz7ds7rn9b]

Thank you Father for the information!

[@barbaramurray4191]

I am in total awe at the patient persistence of Nick and how the working relationship with Michael is so positively positive 😅

[@juliedavis3575]

Why do I love watching you all work so successfully on a project I'll never get to see in person? I don't know, but please crack on.

[@Gyllsd1]

Michael: Sal is the abbreviation for Salicional. Whilst it is often used as a string stop now, it was originally a narrow diapason. But, a string stop is essentially a narrow open pipe. Kissing cousins! Also, I would recommend that you lay the pipes out from longest to shortest. You seem to have a divided chest. Essentially that means that one side will have c, d, e, f#, g#, a#. The other side will have c#, d#, f, g, a, b. If you know that when you are putting the pipes in, it should be much faster. The Salicional 8' is meant to be a quiet sound. If there is a Voix Celeste, possibly spelled Vox Celeste, this is a stop meant to pair with the Salicional. The Voix Celeste is of French origin and is purposely tuned sharp to make an undulating sound with the Salicional. Particularly beautiful for soft passages, and etherial when you close the box. I forgot. I think the tuning around the turn of the 20th century was A=435. We had an organ in Pittsburgh that was from that time period. It sounded fine, However, the orchestra players moaned and groaned when they had to tune their instruments down. I would advocate for the instrument to be tuned to its original pitch. The voicing of the pipes was in that pitch, and the pipes will sing better there.

[@user-yz7ds7rn9b]

Original pitch definitely!

[@laurenglass4514]

Enjoyed reading your comments, I don’t know that much but I could follow most of your wonderful advice and observations.

[@kathyevans2968]

I loved reading your words of wisdom! Thank you for sharing this interesting insight.

[@michelebourke4340]

grateful to read such an informed comment. yes, 432-5 is a "natural harmonic....frequency. i've read that it's almost more felt than a heard thing...a natural resonance. it was changed to create an unconscious discordance.

[@ryano.5149]

@@michelebourke4340 That's not true. Orchestras really just wanted to sound brighter and more exciting than the orchestra in the next town, so the pitch kept getting pushed higher. Some orchestras today tune as high as 445 even! But that nonsense about some sort of natural resonance is a myth perpetuated by folks who don't know a dang thing about history.

[@Anton_16]

Do you guys know, that you all are World-Stars? You really have lots and lots of Fans all over the world. Some days before, here at my hometown Berlin, I met two young men from the USA in the subway and they helped me out with with my Wheelwalker, to use the elevator. We had a nice talk and it came over, we had the same Interest in old Churches and old Buildings and suddenly one of both talked about KZbin and a channel from a Family named Petherick. I began to smile and told them, that I am a Fan and look every Day to new Videos and it took out, they both do the same 🙂 You restaurate not only wonderful buildings and organs, you bring people together! Thanks for all what you are doing.

[@susyandersen]

Denmark here

[@kathyevans2968]

That was a great story & coincidence! It’s a small world. Thank you for sharing this!

[@merrileeheard3889]

My sister, who lives in the US got sick with Covid a year ago, I live in Canada and caught it a few weeks after she did. I was commenting on one of the vlogs while I was recovering and my sister commented on my comment 😂! We BOTH started watching The Pethericks while we recovered, and neither one of us knew the other was watching! Now, we often share our excitement over the latest episode!!

[@reladie]

That is a great story. Wow thank you for sharing.

[@p11450]

From California here, I love watching all the channels, learning a lot from them.

[@charminsavage2512]

Two things... 1. if you solder lead, you should wear a mask, your lungs will thank you and 2. if the pipes are brass, you can use a polish like is used on brass buttons and housewares - it'll take longer but look lovely. As much as I have enjoyed the kitchen renovation, I anticipate the chapel when it's all restored and honored.

[@Dani_Capozzi]

I was just about to make this same suggestion. Outside soldering would be better if no mask is available.

[@Dani_Capozzi]

I was just about to make this same suggestion. Outside soldering would be better if no mask is available.

[@jesschee5891]

I was also concerned about lead soldering with no mask and I was hoping there would be some comments with tips to help Billy with this job. I’m guessing he needs to tweak his temperature and possibly a different, maybe thin wire of lead to add onto pipe. Good luck Billy

[@auntietara]

A finer tip soldering iron, such as is used in electronics manufacturing, makes for a much finer and less clunky bead.

[@VickiLawry-fq3hg]

And using gloves when handling anything with lead

[@lenajaques4183]

Nick is so calm ……never gets into a flap…..! His talents know no bounds…..what a treasure and an asset to a great team of people …’The Pethericks’…….! ❤

[@katharinatrub1338]

Nicks calmness is essential for a Show-jumper, and comes in Handy in other aspects of Live. ; )

[@gemelindacjp7976]

Someone else has probably said this, but regarding the stops: 8 foot or 8' means the pipe sounds in the octave in which it's played on the keyboard. 16' plays an octave lower, 32' two octaves lower, 4' one octave higher, 2' two octaves higher. Then you also have things like 2 and 2/3 foot which is something like an octave and a fifth above the key on the keyboard, or a harmonic sound. Also--some pipes sound like flutes, some like reed instruments (clarinet, etc.), some sound like strings (violin.) Then you have the principal family of stops, which are the main voice of the organ. Salicional (spelling varies) is usually in the string family. The organ is a self-contained orchestra.

[@randawales7824]

I've loved the sound of an organ since childhood but had absolutely NO IDEA till now how complex and sophisticated the instrument is!!

[@SoledadSolary]

❤ the organ keys are in Italian. Sali cielo means out in the sky meaning the upper exit tubes. Make sure you look into all keys translations for guidance. Love your work of restauration and togetherness. Big hug to all!!

[@user-yz7ds7rn9b]

Thank you Laura.

[@brianrowlands9751]

'Salicional' is a common organ stop, the name deriving from the German 'Salizional', ultimately rooted in the Latin 'salix', willow, from which basic flute-like pipes were made in years gone by. '8 ft' refers to 'normal' pitch, about the middle of the piano keyboard range. 'Salicet' is similar but a '4 ft' stop, pitching an octave higher ('16 ft' stops pitch an octave lower). The names on stops can appear in a number of languages: e.g. Gemshorn, Vox humana, Voix celeste, Piccolo, Viola, Diapason, Flute, etc.

[@girlnorthof60]

cool info

[@girlnorthof60]

even more cool info @@brianrowlands9751

[@quesnelgirl]

Michael’s artwork is exquisite! Perhaps setting up a go fund me or similar site where people can donate to the restoration of the chapel ceiling may be in order. Sometimes people who can’t afford 39 euros but would like to donate a smaller amount could contribute. Just a thought.

[@randawales7824]

Great idea, I agree! 👍

[@lorrainehinchliffe5371]

Just a thought. If Micheal had a feather he could probably see where the air was coming out of the holes easier than trying to feel it. Great job, all of you. Crack on.

[@champagnesupernova5745]

I'm sure Pip could be enlisted for feather duty....

[@kathywiseman7944]

Or a piece of lightweight fabric

[@andreamalik2961]

Watching this rebuild is better than anything netflix has to offer.

[@mrsducky3428]

Right? They could patch the videos together and make a full length feature film!

[@nickelcitycats]

It is so cute to see Michael nerding over the organ. I appreciate his enthusiasm!!

[@GoodwillCriminalsOfDallas]

I would do a detailed scan of the ceiling so more detail is not lost. Use a program called Scaniverse and spend the time to get all the details now before they are lost. It is because of a scan like that that the Notre Dame cathedral is more easily restored. All the details of the whole church were scanned before the fire.

[@tara0redwine]

Poor Michael, you can tell he is fully invested in the organ and the stress of perfection is a tough cookie. You guys are fantastic! I'm so delighted with these organ videos!

[@claudest-arnaud2072]

For the roses, you should make a cast so that you can make reproductions for later use etc.

[@FngrsXd-n25]

Wow Alex your cameraman is amazing. He catches the right moments and he makes this channel even better, great job dear.

[@sweetlips1938]

We want to see more of Alex!

[@jackierice4254]

And Layla !

[@notanothershrubbery]

Indeed, but don't discount their music choices. It is the music that helps make laying tile after tile, or ripping down wall panels, interesting.

[@Joe-ew5rt]

Have you considered making a cast if those Norfolk Roses? In the event of a disaster, you would be able to recreate this beautiful detail.

[@PortugalaGals]

When your captive audience crosses all ages, geographics and knowledge bases, you know that you are working miracles. I've followed all The Petherick channels from the beginning and they keep getting better and better. Adding in all the other channels has swelled my watching pleasure exponentially. Kudos. ❤

[@girlnorthof60]

It saddens me to think what could have become of this incredible & historically important convent and now the organ within, had the Pethericks not saved them. Thankfully, both are in very caring & capable hands 🙏

[@hilaryraza4561]

I love how the mouse gets around he is like the naughty elf that is running around everyone’s house this time of year 😂😂

[@CherylSimser]

I love it too! Pip is the helper though.❤🔔🔔🔔🎄🎄🎄🕯🕯🕯

[@archibaldsusan1]

Just bought a print of little Pip; can't wait for him to run around my house as a remembrance of this wonderful adventure we've been lucky enough to share. Thank you all for allowing this old lady along.

[@pamabernathy8728]

Pip is in charge! I also just ordered a print of Pip, for my husband. Our nicknames for each other for decafe was, "Mouse," & several iterations!

[@bettybryson9637]

I can’t believe it…. You’re actually accomplishing something so complex as rebuilding an old organ! Am almost speechless!

[@bobfromtheband1]

Alex, not just a camera man but a support unit too.👍

[@karenwilkinson5923]

Never would have imagined that I would be so (vicariously) enjoying the rebuild of a magnificent antique organ. Amazing, educational and so very satisfying to see it coming back to life. Bravo Plethericks & all contributors!

[@sushirules]

Great application of the roses. A fitting nod to the organ's history and its new home.

[@marywilliamson3091]

A fluffy feather may help Nick and Michael find where the air is coming through. Amazing work folks. ❤

[@ronniemensch2400]

These videos have me totally immersed. To watch you all handle everything with such care, and love. Bringing this organ back to being used again. Just hearing those first notes being played is thrilling. Billy about the chapel ceiling, may be contact Stephanie at LaLande to enquire about the person restoring the art work in their chapel, he could possibly give you an idea of the cost to bring your chapel's ceiling and wall art back. Saskatchewan Canada

[@thelmaguaetta1109]

It is unbelievable to me,the range, breadth and depth of your knowledge in so many different crafts. Master craftsmen, all.

[@annbardue3473]

That ceiling restoration will be pretty pricey- check with Steph Jarvis to get the names of the group she’s got at the La Lande chapel. Those prints are the sweetest! And y’all are a great team! What a passion project!

[@terrycullum9966]

Whilst watching your Organ Restoration I've also been immersed in watching Ben Maton - The Salisbury Organist. He tours English Country Churches to play on the organs they have. He explains what all the names of the Stops are and how they work. There's so much talent about that keeps these instruments alive. Keep up the good work...

[@randawales7824]

Omg, me too... I actually found Billy and the Petherick's channel thru watching Ben Maton!

[@katharinatrub1338]

The photography is just beautiful Alexander! The Light and Colours of the Room and the beautiful dark Red of the Organ are all contributing to the velvety Ambiance. Michael and Nick, Yanis, Billy and all of you implied, you are doing a superb Workmanship! It is so interesting for us Viewers to watch this installation going on; something so very unique. Bravo to you all!

[@Gyllsd1]

Billy, and All the Petheric Family: I think we've always been counting on your ability to save the Chapel ceiling. More later.

[@mhale-mi9iy]

I don’t know how u can remember where everything goes. U guys are pure geniuses

[@LawrenceB123]

I had no idea at the start of this year that i was going to learn so much about plastering, tiling and now organ building!

[@NepheshChay]

Nick's quiet determination reminds me of Scott from The Scottish Isle. Their renovations aren't on this scale, but it's that British grit and dry humor which I love! ❤🇬🇧

[@AmyLouiseDens]

Be sure to do a metals detox upon completion of this amazing project! Safety first

[@conniestanton7240]

I’m so glad you decided 432hz ! That’s the original number. Certain powers changed our music that way. To their advantage with our joy of music.

[@champagnesupernova5745]

Absolutely. 432 is proper for the instrument.

[@melanieparis8697]

Yes, the powers that be‼️

[@Abasinphq]

Use a smaller soldering iron for stained glass for a more precise finish. Also, wear a mask respirator when melting lead.

[@JLR1957]

Billy, your channel has become the most interesting and fascinating of all the channels I watch. The kitchen, the organ and the library next. Fabulous!

[@GrandmaLM]

I’m so amazed at the talents everyone has. Crack on boys😊

[@ScotchFrog45]

I am incredibly blessed to be married to a man with similar talents. Together we did a complete remodel of a home roof to crawl space. I learned to much and understand what is involved, but this organ rebuild is in another realm altogether. Thank you Pethericks for sharing this phenomenal journey.

[@gudrunasche9124]

Your passion to do this rebuilding the organ is unbeliveble. Thank you all.

[@deraleewaalkens3720]

I’m so happy to hear that you are going back to the 432Hz tuning ❤

[@jackiep691]

I know they are a wonderful instrument but no wonder they are a dying breed when they are so complicated to move and reassemble, you have to be very clever and have the patience of a saint ! It will be a marvellous addition to have at the convent. Well done for all your hard work.

[@rhonaanderson3820]

Absolutely wonderful that you will tune the organ to 432 hz. I can't wait to hear it played. 🎶🎵

[@Monitschka]

Yessss!

[@valw3212]

YES! 432 hz, thank you. Can't wait to hear it played in all it's glory. Such patience you all have. Team work. Enjoying the process. Peace♥

[@lorencain8926]

I earlier made a comment that I did not think it was good to paint the organ as it might destroy the feeling of the original organ wood, the history and stuff like that. In these videos I see the error in my thinking. The organ face was painted that red color. I must have been thinking about the interior which wasn't painted, and that the whole organ was that way. A big error in my thought process and I apologize for that. Sadly I can and have made big errors in my 71 years on earth. This is a great project that you have undertaken. I appreciate the chance to learn how these big organs are put together and operate. You all make a great team. I think of you all being like Frodo and his Companions working together to accomplish a seemingly impossible task. Good on you all.

[@AliWade1971]

Gloves ! 😂. Billy - the Norfolk Roses will look wonderful on the front and sides. Wish I could be there to help unwrap the pipes. I am ridiculously happy to see that all the bubble wrap and tape did the job of protecting the pipes. Michael, Nick & Yanis - you are all working hard, and also figuring out what needs to be done. Alex - great camera work ❤

[@DonInfierno]

Those galvanized screws are so common here in Brazil. That's so crazy that it's different for you, guys. Love you, guys!

[@annettewalter2273]

You can start the art restoration Michael when you have finished the organ. 😊. The chapel will be wonderful when it is all finished.

[@jrknight3776]

You guys blow me away putting the beautiful organ back together you have to have the patience of a saint. So so proud of you lovely people . We'll done you deserve medals you really do it brings tears to my eyes thank you and bless you. Big hugs to you all 😊❤❤❤

[@truemanofkent]

When engineers worked on lead cable. They were allowed a pint of milk a day, to counteract the lead taken through the skin. Good to see the organ coming together.

[@user-yz7ds7rn9b]

Interesting.

[@pamabernathy8728]

Well, once again I am speechless. Talent, determination, skill. I told my husband that I just ordered our Christmas gifts, 2 prints, 1 for him & 1 for me. Don't expect them to arrive by Christmas (US checking in). We've been together over 45 years & I am a retired Registered Nurse, so we have celebrated holidays as & when. Once the prints arrive, time for me to search for a sale on framing. I have poster-sized professional fotos, 1 each with each of 2 sons & wives, in frames, professionally matted & framed,, with museum grade glass. No glare/reflection & protected from fading. Also, 1 small, original "cartoon", custom sketched for me by a syndicated artist, who also does incredible pen & ink drawings. And he is a musician as well . . . Blessings & Crack On!

[@sharondavies5100]

You putting this organ back together again is so interesting. I had know idea how complicated organs are. So enjoying the videos and Alex’s filming is excellent considering how cramped the area at the back of the organ is!

[@kathyevans2968]

😅

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Michael, the prints are stunning! You are incredibly talented!

[@tamarrajames3590]

The organ is coming along so beautifully, and so quickly. Nick and Michael work so well together, very smooth and focused.🖤🇨🇦

[@jennifercampbell7698]

Yes, well done everyone. This slow and meticulous process is only progressing so well due to the work ethic and camaraderie of all the team players.

[@tamarrajames3590]

@@jennifercampbell7698 So true.🖤🇨🇦

[@ally5757]

Such a joy to learn you are tuning this instrument to 432 Hz! Prior to 1939 this was the case for all music types - it is still referred to as the “God Note” or the “miracle frequency”. Very appropriate for this project?! The sound of 432Hz is in line with nature and is, quite simply, very good for us (whereas 440Hz doesn’t have that same characteristic) and has a positive affect on the cells of our body. The chapel will truly be even more a part of a ‘healing centre’ for everyone 🧡 Brilliant! 🤩

[@AngelfeldHD]

this is not the case, tuning was kinda all over the place before. And the body cell and nature thing is especially untrue, please stop spreading this misinformation. (I recommend the video by musician and music theory youtuber Adam Neely about this topic)

[@kencourtney4216]

The pipes are often arranged into ‘C’ & ‘C#’ sides, i.e. the order on the ‘C’ side is C D E F# G# A#, and the order for the ‘C#’ side is C# D# F G A B. Once you identify this order on the wind chest, you’ll know which side of the wind chest the pipe goes on, and it should make putting the pipes in order go faster. BTW - 8’ pitch on the stop knob means ‘normal’ pitch, 4’ an octave above 8’ pitch, 2’ Two octaves above. 16’ pitch is an octave below 8’ pitch. The numbers come from the speaking length of an open pipe. Stopped pipes speak an octave lower than the pitch you hear, i.e. an 8’ stop with stopped pipes, low C will have a speaking length of 4’.

[@zat6442]

So pleased to hear about the old style tuning - its really important actually - there are many experts on sound and frequency who say that 432 is very beneficial for us.

[@melanieparis8697]

Yes

[@scampbell3363]

I would say by the fourth or fifth organ you disassemble, pack, ship,unpack and install you’ll be quite quick with it. 😊

[@thomasherrin6798]

It will require maintenance over the years to keep their hand in!?!

[@mommas2470]

It's a very good thing that you have Pip as your supervisor. He's doing a magnificent job. I can't wait for the Christmas program, I do hope that there is a community/village invitation for those who used to attend Christmas Eve services at that chapel. 🥰🥰

[@christinefinlay7464]

Please dear Petherick family, Nick, Yannis and co, be careful of the lead!!!! I've done lots of sanding and scraping of lead paint on old buildings and always wore goggles, face mask, gloves and clothing that covered my body so I never got lead poisoning. Bearing in mind how ignorant people once were of chemical toxicity, it is vitally important to wear protective clothing!!! Always take a shower and wash your hair after each day also!!! I would hate to see any of you get sick!!! I've actually seen people get lead poisoning because they didn't take safety precautions. Billy you have a huge audience that would be devastated if anything happened. You are a son, husband, brother and father also so please remember all these people and friends who want you to stay healthy and wear protective clothing!!!

[@martinalemmerhofer6937]

I got very nervous watching Michael touching his face while testing the organs with the gloves that were supposed to protect him from the lead.

[@kathyevans2968]

This organ restoration is epic, so lucky you’ve got a bit of Moon magic in helping create the perfect team. I keep wondering if the lovely Moon family moved nearby, maybe Nick could be at the convent more often!! (Sadie & Jen are great together too.) 🤞

[@lisajahn6839]

The prints are awesome!!! I love Pip hanging about on organ! Fabulous work everyone! 💜🥰😊👍

[@JLR1957]

Billy, I'd love to see you get to 350K subscribers! I have shared this video/vlog (whatever) and will purchase some of Michael's beautiful art work. This is not something I would normally do, however I feel there is some importance in this whole project.

[@lorrainechircop4411]

I'm impressed, boys. Your patience and diligence have been great to watch. So many of us are watching, awestruck. Michael, I've just purchased 2 x prints. Thank you... ❤🇦🇺

[@maryann6884]

Hi Billy Another wonderful episode and film. 👍 Glad the Norfolk roses will be displayed on the organ front and sides. Great idea. 💡 Cleaning pipes is better than painting them, imo. You want to keep great sound. And the color tone seems right for such an old chapel.

[@spacechimp4039]

The roses on the front is a grand idea!!

[@meganhall1306]

I’ve just ordered Pip in the cathedral, it’s such a gorgeous painting Michael. Really hope you can sort the ceiling out before it gets too bad. This vlog was great, you’re all amazing xxx💕💕💕

[@CherylSimser]

As did I. I feel truly blessed to be able to share in these wonderful projects. HugZ all !!! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@peggybreaux8973]

Is there anything these men can't do. So talented. God bless

[@cecoya]

Wow this is a true labor of love and the organ is throwing "hissy fits" every now and then about it all. I think this organ is going to be better than it was and sing to her little hearts content. Wonderful job Gentlemen it is taking all of you to work it. Have a great day

[@merrileeheard3889]

❤ she's very particular!

[@Hellyers]

Nick has the patience of a saint working with Michael 😂

[@thomasherrin6798]

Practicality meets perfect and they have to find a level, and play out the curious case of the thumb print in lead pipe!?!

[@melodyfisher1512]

Is Michael’s middle name Angelo, by any chance? I keep imagining him working on the ceiling of the chapel…with a paintbrush. ❤

[@dorothywalters7448]

It's been really educational watching your crew put life back into this organ. I'm in awe of yoyr skills!!

[@Marilinaa]

Beautiful illustrations Michael! Your talents are infinite. Great job guys.

[@cindieide5001]

i am so excited about the prints, especially the one for restoring the ceiling. i have looked at that ceiling so many times thinking how wonderful it would be if it could be restored. i can't think of another purchase i have decided on and made that quickly in my long life. thank you so much, michael. i'm in awe at how the perfect group of people came together to bring billy's wish to life. it would be wonderful to have it ready for christmas, and to have a little concert with invitations for the church officials from the church that provided it, officials from the town, and all those who worked on the rebuild at your convent along with their family members to attend.

[@lyndamcardle4123]

The reinstallation of the four Norfolk Roses is a lovely gesture. Chapeau bas a votre...edit....if these pipes are lead or even lead based Michael, you should be wearing gloves as lead (Pb) is a known carcinogen. Thank goodness you realised Michael and please, wipe down that keyboard after playing it with your gloves on ! Glad you got a real "sound" system in place regarding installation of those pipes !

[@Granny-D1962]

All the work at the convent has been awesome to watch, everyone's devotion to the projects really shines through! On the gold colored organ pipes after cleaning them maybe waxing them would not only help make them bright but may help over time because dust doesn't stick to a waxed surface versus unwaxed. Best wishes to all of you

[@kellythomas6507]

With Nick Moon “Mr. fixit”” all is well. Crack on fellas.

[@suzannemckitterick2781]

Billy, tie old tea towels on each end of horse (4) edge so ready made temporary rim will reside on your wooden horses tops, to keep pipes from accidentally rolling while you are vacuuming, because you will sneeze once at the wrong time, believe me. God bless you, in advance.

[@LynnThompsonAuthor]

This process is so fascinating! It's so impressive how much you've accomplished. And I love the great care you're taking with this instrument. Your respect for its history and its sacred past are inspiring!

[@dphillips1258]

Hey @Billy just a thought if you use a broom handle and a tape a rag on the end of if you may also be able to get rid of the dust and remnants on the dirt and stuff on the inside of the chamber's. Just like a chimney sweep but using the microfiber you won't damage or score the insides. This could also help provide a proper tune. Maybe ask your friends at the organ saving charity if that makes sense. I would suspect since their open to the air and dusty will settle inside. Maybe use lighted scope camera to see inside them. Thinking like when you need your air ducts cleaned this could provide less friction and air interference

[@jenniferstrachan7084]

I continue to be in awe at the intricacies of a church organ and how it is put together It’s absolutely pure genius plus an amazing invention by Ctesibius of Alexandria so many thousands of years ago How you two have managed to put it back together is truly remarkable Your patience, diligence and passion is to be applauded I have just purchased one of Michael’s prints I’m so excited to welcome Pip into my home Thank you to everyone concerned for embarking on this epic journey of salvaging a wonderful piece of history ❤

[@suecollado8696]

💕Very kind of you Micheal to produce & sell two of your beautiful pictures for the organ & chapel restoration💕

[@jesschee5891]

Fantastic job guys. Love Nicks hair, Jenni did say using the clippers was addictive ❤ You all have the patience of the saints!

[@tara0redwine]

Anybody else ever watch and think about some of these people/videos so much you dream you're there at night? I had dreams of the convent last night. Crazy... I'll never make it to France, but a girl can dream.

[@jaydee5022]

If you want to play any modern instruments with the organ you need it at 440. If you tune to 432 only baroque instruments will be able to play with it. Unless you like transposing. I do agree that the lower pitch would be lovely and of course a choir can adapt to either tuning.

[@elizabethtuffin8613]

Just a suggestion: a beautiful brass plaque with where the organ came from, it’s age, and who restored it!

[@bradallen6333]

Awesome work! I've been so fascinated with the organ rebuild and now I get to be a part of that by buying a Pip print. Thank you so much for sharing all of this with us, your viewers at home 😀

[@sarahloy2699]

Safety first, watch out for lead fumes while soldering. I love the roses for the front of the organ!

[@lizowens3180]

Awesome dedication and teamwork on this project. Love, hearing the music from the organ!!!

[@gregmunro1137]

I was so happy when you said you were putting gloves on-that made this old man smile!

[@nelleg152]

I'm just amazed watching this organ coming together. Michael the art work is lovely ❤

[@thomasnaglee6785]

A warm column of air vibrates faster than a cold one. So, it is the air temp not the temp of the metal that affects the pitch. It’s a wonderful thing you guys are doing! Crack on!

[@murlthomas2243]

What a lot of nit-picky work! Thank you all for your perseverance! It’s already obvious what a valued part of the chapel the organ will be!

[@IO-zz2xy]

Billy, when I saw you sticking that vacuum attachment into the pipe opening I nearly freaked out. That part is where the tuning "plate" is and that plastic pipe could make slight adjustments to it without you knowing. Regards from South Africa

[@nancycleary3358]

Just amazing. Can't get over the amount of work for each note. Great team, so much patience. Enjoy every video. Thank you

[@MamaDeesGardens]

Micheal and Nick are amazingly talented! I still can’t comprehend how they know how to repair and put together the pipe organ.

[@wcook5109]

PRESS THE DAMN B, NICK!! 😂😂😂 I can’t imagine the patience when you get into the hundreds of tiny pipes. I love watching this process. Thank you for documenting and sharing.

[@thomasherrin6798]

At least they put the ranks in order on the floor to some extent on the third lot. The organ has many moving parts and it will take a few days at the end to tweak out the remaining issues, Michael maybe should be at the organ keys and Nick at the business end as the pipes got the note on them, it's not hundreds of pipes in one go it's in ranks of 30 or so, it's tedious but there is no need for stress, it's shaping up into something workable!?!

[@ryano.5149]

@@thomasherrin6798 One rank is actually 61 pipes for the manuals, or 32 for the pedal division - one pipe per key/pedal. Of course, there are exceptions - my statement above is assuming there are no shenanigans going on with borrowed notes from other ranks, or incomplete ranks that don't span the whole keyboard/pedalboard. On the other hand, in larger organs you can have mixture stops that span more than one rank. Organ builders are a resourceful bunch, that's for sure! No two organs are alike!

[@vivienanderson603]

Where does Michael get the time to do magical paintings like that when he’s so busy with the organ? Very talented!

[@b.w.6535]

He's also been helping other restoration youtubers with fundraising projects. What a great guy, to do so much for other people. Their parents obviously did a great job with all their kids.

[@dianetipton6040]

I was just thinking the same thing, he is massively talented and a hard worker.

[@merrileeheard3889]

I don't think he sleeps!!