Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Utica, NY, received a complete organ overhaul that encompassed nearly every component of this large, three-manual instrument. The organ was fully disassembled, with all pipes removed for thorough cleaning and repairs, including scroll and stopper maintenance. Windchests were meticulously repaired, including some re-leathering, and almost all air conduits were replaced. The entire pipe support structure was renovated and reinforced.

A significant challenge was the structural support of the Great windchest, which had rested directly on one of the 16′ pipes from the Pedal division. We designed and built a new support to resolve this issue. Additionally, twelve new pipes were added to the lowest octave of the Bourdon 16′ to enrich the bass range of the Great division. Several original ranks were revoiced to enhance their sound strength, and the electric system was carefully inspected and repaired, with all contacts cleaned and the combination action restored.

To give the organ a fresh aesthetic, we designed and built a new façade from solid white oak. The original pipes were stripped of multiple layers of old paint, resized, and integrated into the new design. Paul Lewtak created the dynamic configuration for the new look, selecting colors inspired by the predominant hues in the church's stained glass windows and entrance doors.

The rededication ceremony and organ recital took place on Sunday, October 29, 2006, at 5:00 p.m., featuring Gail Archer, Chair of the Music Department at Barnard College, Columbia University, and Professor of Organ at Manhattan School of Music.