The enduring prestige of the Schoenstein name is a testament to the vision of Jack Bethard and his team. We owe a great debt of appreciation to Jack for his unwavering devotion to excellence. His life’s work has been more than just mechanical engineering; it is a profound commitment to art and artistry. By championing the symphonic ideal during eras when it was often overlooked, he ensured that the organ remains a living, breathing palette of musical expression. His meticulous ear and dedication to the craft have elevated the American pipe organ to new heights of beauty and sophistication.
December 2020
I brought my 100 year old barrel organ to Schoenstein Organ Restoration. I talked to Timothy and Jack, the owner, who showed us around the 30,000 square foot warehouse. They were delighted to hear the 8 melodies of the organ, but decided it needed repairs and tuning. After a week Tim sent me a detailed email about the many hours he and Louis spent trying to fix it, but to no avail. I sadly picked it up and prepared myself for the invoice. Free of charge? How is this possible? Let me pay you at least for your time. Jack said they usually don't get such "small jobs" they spend 1 to 2 years tuning church pipes. I am grateful to Schoenstein and Co for the professional... read full review
April 2019
Every now and then Schoenstein has an open house showcasing a new instrument they just finished building. It's a chance to explore and even play the instrument, and learn something about the arcane and inscrutable art of organ building. Highly recommended if you like organ music, or music technology!
The enduring prestige of the Schoenstein name is a testament to the vision of Jack Bethard and his team. We owe a great debt of appreciation to Jack for his unwavering devotion to excellence. His life’s work has been more than just mechanical engineering; it is a profound commitment to art and artistry. By championing the symphonic ideal during eras when it was often overlooked, he ensured that the organ remains a living, breathing palette of musical expression. His meticulous ear and dedication to the craft have elevated the American pipe organ to new heights of beauty and sophistication.
I brought my 100 year old barrel organ to Schoenstein Organ Restoration. I talked to Timothy and Jack, the owner, who showed us around the 30,000 square foot warehouse. They were delighted to hear the 8 melodies of the organ, but decided it needed repairs and tuning. After a week Tim sent me a detailed email about the many hours he and Louis spent trying to fix it, but to no avail. I sadly picked it up and prepared myself for the invoice. Free of charge? How is this possible? Let me pay you at least for your time. Jack said they usually don't get such "small jobs" they spend 1 to 2 years tuning church pipes. I am grateful to Schoenstein and Co for the professional... read full review
Every now and then Schoenstein has an open house showcasing a new instrument they just finished building. It's a chance to explore and even play the instrument, and learn something about the arcane and inscrutable art of organ building. Highly recommended if you like organ music, or music technology!