The organ was originally built by the Steiner-Reck Organ Company in 1983 and later updated by the Reuter Organ Company. Unfortunately, both firms are no longer in business. The instrument features 30 ranks and 30 stops, available across two manual keyboards and a pedalboard.

Approximately half of the pipework was sourced from an older organ, which is not at all detrimental to the instrument. In fact, the practice of “recycling” pipes from other organs is common and often a practical, cost-effective choice. The remaining pipes were custom-made in Holland specifically for the Fairview organ.

A complete overhaul of the organ at Fairview Moravian Church was performed in 2021 by Lewtak Pipe Organ Builders. The work included the creation of an entirely new winding system, the replacement of the electronic organ control system, several updates to the console, and the cleaning of the entire organ, removing 39 years of accumulated dust. Additionally, all ranks of pipes were revoiced to enhance their sound.

It is important to note that this renovation was made possible through the dedication of the late Lewis Phillips, the beloved organist and music director at Fairview Moravian Church. The first discussions regarding this project began in early 2019, followed by a two-year wait for an opening in the company’s schedule. Unfortunately, by the time the renovation was completed, Lewis had been called to direct the choir of angels in heaven. This significant improvement to the organ at Fairview stands as his lasting legacy, for which we are all deeply grateful.