Specialties
Pipe Organ Restorations/rebuilds/solid state upgrades on schedule & on budget. Affordable new custom builds, tonal additions, repurposed builds. Prompt emergency repairs and service. Tuning and Voicing of Pipe Organs. Cost savings on maintenance, done right the first time. Cross-trained staff, fund raising support, appraisals, consultation. Affordable, good condition used pipe organs and organ components for sale. Efficient relocation/installation of pipe organs nationwide. Peace of Mind that your asset/instrument is in top shape.
History
Established in 1976.
The business was started by John Leek, who learned the trade in Holland and moved to the Cleveland area in the early 60's. His son, James Leek, who apprenticed with his father, acquired the business in 1992 and has managed it since growing it to four full time, three to six part time staff. The business relocated from Oberlin to Berea, Ohio in 2014.
Meet the Business Owner: James L.
James learned organ building and restoration while apprenticing under his father, a master organ builder, as a teenager during high school and later while pursuing a degree from Bowling Green State University in Industrial Technology Education. In 1992 James succeeded his father as President and Organbuilder. He brings a passion for music and the people who create it. He continues the family's European tradition of putting the customer first and of fine, precise craftsmanship. For James organ building is a personal calling and vocation. He is a current member of the American Institute of Organ Builders, the Organ Historical Society, the American Guild of Organists, and St. Clarence Catholic Church in North Olmsted. James is an avid golfer, skier and loves the outdoors. He is the life of the party, with his great sense of humor! Despite is 6′ 7″ frame, over the years he has the mastered the skill of working in tight corners and small spaces of organ chambers.
