“One of the ten great places to be enthralled by heavenly music." – USA TodayLEADERSHIP PROFILE Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, GeorgiaDirector of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia1Executive Summary Founded in 1925, Peachtree Road United Methodist Church (PRUMC) has grown into one of the largest and most prominent United Methodist Churches in the country. For decades, music has been central to the worship experience at PRUMC, and music’s role in spiritual formation, community connectedness, and indeed the overall vitality of the church is pervasive. Scott Atchison has served with distinction as PRUMC’s Director of Music and Organist for over four decades. In the fall of 2025, Mr. Atchison shared his plans to retire at the end of September 2026, thus prompting the current search for his successor as head of one of the finest church music programs in the United States. The next Director of Music at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church will inherit a legacy of musical excellence that is core to the church’s identity. As noted by Senior Minister Bill Britt,For a quick overview of the music of Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, please view the one-minute video available h e r e. The new Director of Music will have the rare opportunity to build on a deeply entrenched (and well-funded) commitment to musical excellence while proactively contributing to the spiritual life of an 8,800-member congregation accustomed to the very best in traditional sacred music. This role calls for a world-class Director who understands music as ministry. The ideal candidate will combine exceptional choral conducting skills with strong organ abilities—leveraging artistry for its organs, insight for its choirs, and inspiration for its congregation.“Worship is central to who we are as a congregation, and music is a vital part of our worship – calling us into God’s presence, giving expression to our deepest hopes and longings, and helping us to discover rest and peace in the midst of the struggles of life.”The church draws worshipers from across metro Atlanta, a region that is home to over six million people in 29 counties. Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia2ABOUT PEACHTREE ROAD UNITED M ETHODIST CHURCH History & M ission Founded in 1925, Peachtree Road United Methodist Church (PRUMC) has been a spiritual home in the heart of Atlanta's Buckhead community for just over 100 years, serving as both a neighborhood parish and a destination congregation. The church draws worshipers from across metro Atlanta, a region that is home to over six million people in 29 counties. PRUMC is committed to shepherding spiritual growth in a nurturing environment while maintaining the highest standards of worship, music, and community engagement. The congregation describes its worship style as "warm formal"—a distinctive blend of traditional liturgy, theological depth, and genuine welcome that has earned recognition both regionally and nationally. By the Numbers Membership: 8,800+ Average Weekly Attendance: 2,348 2025 Annual Operating Budget: $8 million 2025 Mission Budget: $3.2 million Staff Size: 72 employees Worship & Community PRUMC offers three Sunday worship services, each featuring traditional United Methodist liturgy enriched by exceptional music. The 8:45 and 11:15 services include the full choir on a weekly basis. The congregation includes families, young professionals, retirees, and everyone in between. Members value theological depth, excellent preaching, mission engagement, and music that draws them closer to God.Click here to view a livestream of the 11:15 am service from January 11, 2026.USA Today once named PRUMC “One of the ten great places to be enthralled by heavenly music." Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia3THE MUSIC PROGRAM: A NATIONAL TREASURE Music is not ancillary to worship at Peachtree Road—it is central to the congregation's spiritual identity. The Music & Arts program has a distinguished tradition that is fully integrated with the liturgy. That tradition is of critical importance to the congregation. In December 2025, the Music Director Search Committee surveyed the congregation on a variety of topics. Asked “How well does PRUMC’s current music program enhance your worship experience?” the average response was 92 on a scale of 1 to 100. PRUMC’s music reputation extends well beyond metro Atlanta. The Atlanta Summer Organ Festival and Competition has a nationwide draw. Since 1983, PRUMC has presented an annual concert series featuring some of the world's finest artists and ensembles and performances of major choral-orchestral repertoire. USA Today once named PRUMC “one of the ten great places to be enthralled by heavenly music." The Choirs Chancel Choir: The crown jewel of the program, this 60-member volunteer choir (including nine staff singers) provides music for worship year-round. The choir has toured internationally, performing in venues including St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, St. Patrick's Cathedral Dublin, and Canterbury Cathedral, where the choir will be in residence for a week in August 2026. 90% of respondents to the December 2025 survey rated the Chancel Choir as "critical" to their worship experience.Click here to experience 2024's “Many Moods of Christmas,” one of PRUMC's signature annual events.Chamber Singers: An auditioned ensemble within the Chancel Choir for more intimate repertoire. Peachtree Carillon: An active handbell ensemble that enhances worship and performs in concerts. Youth and Children’s Choirs: PRUMC has five choirs for youth from age 4 through grade 12. The Organs PRUMC is home to five exceptional pipe organs that serve as the foundation for the music program: The Great Organ (Chancel): Built by Mander Organs of London, England, this magnificent instrument is the largest mechanical-action organ ever built by a British organ builder. With 106 stops and 135 ranks, it features twin 40-foot cases divided across the chancel, two full-length 32-foot pedal stops, and a powerful Solo division. The Gallery Organ: A 42-rank French-style Mander organ above the west gallery, featuring the spectacular Trompette Royale en chamade for heraldic fanfares. The Chapel Organ: Built by the Schantz Organ Company (1991), this organ with 79 stops and 71 ranks served as the sanctuary organ until 2002. The Continuo Organ: The four-stop Van Daalen portable organ (2017) is used for intimate baroque repertoire and ensemble work. The Music Suite Organ: Available for teaching, practice, and preparation. A fuller description of the organs of Peachtree Road United Methodist is attached at the end of the Leadership Profile. The Music Weekly: Three Sunday services and a midweek service Periodically: A rich series of concerts featuring guest soloists and choirs from around the country and abroad. Annually: An extensive variety of special services and festivals, including Many Moods of Christmas,The Music & Arts program has a distinguished tradition that is fully integrated with the liturgy. Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia4Click h e r e to view the doves of Peachtree Road United Methodist Church.Passion of the Christ, Three Choirs Festival, Atlanta Summer Organ Festival and Elizabeth B. Stephens International Organ Competition, in addition to music tied to specific days (e.g., Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Easter and Christmas). Click h e r e for last year’s Concert Season brochure and h e r e for the current year’s. This role requires more than just playing the organ and directing the choir. It requires managing lots of different pieces and people—choirs, staff, concerts, budgets, volunteers. Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia5THE OPPORTUNITY: BUILDING ON EXCELLENCE A Pivotal Leadership Transition Scott Atchison has served with distinction as PRUMC’s Director of Music and Organist for over 40 years. His tenure has been marked by uncompromising excellence, challenging repertoire, sophisticated liturgical planning, and energetic leadership. Under his direction, the music program has attracted loyal supporters and national recognition, all in service of spiritual growth. The congregation is approaching this transition with deep gratitude for Mr. Atchison’s legacy and a firm commitment to the spirit of excellence that pervades all of the church’s ministries. What the Congregation Wants: Survey Insights The December 2025 congregational survey revealed strong consensus on priorities for the next Director of Music: 1.World-Class Choral Conducting: The primary emphasis is on choral artistry and conducting excellence—a leader who can inspire and develop the volunteer choir vocally and musically. 2.Deep Commitment to Traditional Liturgical Music: PRUMC's identity is firmly rooted in traditional sacred music. Praise bands have their place, but not at PRUMC. 3.Ability to Inspire Volunteers: The next director must have exceptional people skills. For many choir members and other volunteers, the choir IS church, and the social/spiritual community matters greatly. 4.Strong Organ Skills: Organ proficiency is highly desired. Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia6What Makes This Special The opportunity to work with these instruments, this congregation, and this level of resources is exceedingly rare. As one experienced observer noted, "This role requires more than just playing the organ and directing the choir. It requires managing lots of different pieces and people—choirs, staff, concerts, budgets, volunteers. A detail-oriented, high-functioning people manager is essential. And PRUMC's organ is world-class, which makes this a truly extraordinary opportunity."The opportunity to work with these instruments, this congregation, and this level of resources is exceedingly rare. THE RELATIONSHIPS The Director of Music reports to And works closely withBill Britt, Senior Minister, Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Other senior leaders at PRUMC, ordained and lay, and the volunteers central to a thriving congregation and music program And directsA staff of five, including two Assistant Organists, the Director of Children’s & Youth Music, Coordinator for Music & Arts, and an Administrator While stewarding other key relationships, including:Friends of Music, a group of donors with a special commitment to PRUMC’s music program Professional peers and musicians across the region, including the Director of the Georgia Boy Choir, PRUMC’s Ensemble in Residence, and the church’s Music Academy Centers of excellence and individual leaders within the larger music community, domestically and internationallyThis is a calling for an exceptional musician with the heart of a pastor and the skills of a master teacher. Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia7The Candidate The Director of Music at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church is both an artistic leader and a spiritual guide—someone who understands that church music is fundamentally about ministry, worship, and formation. This is a calling for an exceptional musician with the heart of a pastor and the skills of a master teacher. Ideal Qualifications The most interesting prospects will offer a compelling mix of the following traits and experiences: Musical Excellence Exceptional choral conducting skills with proven ability to develop vocal technique and ensemble sound Experience developing and leading volunteer choirs supplemented by professional staff singers Strong organ performance abilities, including hymn playing, liturgical improvisation, and advanced repertoire Deep knowledge of traditional sacred music repertoire across historical periods and styles Sophisticated understanding of liturgical planning and the role of music in worship A personal record of progression in musical leadership and reputation Professional Experience Progressive growth within church contexts that mirror PRUMC’s commitment to excellence Demonstrated success leading music programs at churches of significant size and complexity—or the clear potential to do so Proven comfort working with multiple choirs, staff and volunteers Experience with and commitment to relevant liturgical traditions (United Methodist, Presbyterian, Episcopalian/Anglican, Lutheran or similar).Interpersonal Excellence A collaborative, inviting spirit; a leader with the interpersonal gifts to inspire, teach, and build community through music Emotional intelligence and sensitivity to volunteer dynamics Pastoral presence that connects music to spiritual formation Artistic confidence conveyed with a spirit of humility A gracious team player who values others' contributions Educational Background Bachelor’s degree in choral conducting, organ performance, church music, or sacred music Spiritual & Theological Grounding Deep personal faith and commitment to Christian ministry Understanding of music as theology—doxology, proclamation, and formation Ability to articulate the spiritual purpose of music in worship Comfort with traditional United Methodist (or similar mainline Protestant) theology and practice Passion for helping people encounter God through music Administrative & Management Capabilities Stellar organizational and communications skills and attention to detail Ability to recruit, develop and manage multiple choirs, staff, and programs Assets that could be additive Advanced degrees in choral conducting, church music, sacred music, organ performance or ancillary fields that would support PRUMC’s aspirations Experience supporting (if not actually leading) children's, youth, or handbell choirs as part of a fully dynamic music program Skills in strategic planning and budgeting Connections in the church music world that would contribute to guest artist recruitment Active involvement in professional organizations (e.g., AAM, ACDA, AGO) Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia8 A detail-oriented, high-functioning people manager is essential. And PRUMC's organ is world-class, which makes this a truly extraordinary opportunity.To express interest or to suggest a prospect, please call Patti Kish or Sam Pettway at 404-BoardWalk (404-262-7392) or email P R U M C @ B o a r d W a l k C o n s u l t i n g . c o mPeachtree Road United Methodist Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who share PRUMC’s commitment to Christian ministry through music.In short, the Director of Music must steward all aspects of PRUMC’s music ministry—worship, performance, education, recruitment, communication, outreach—in collaboration with clergy, staff, volunteers, members of the congregation, and the wider community of appreciators. Grounded in a joyful sense of service to God, the Director will offer the gift of music in ways that engage, inspire and connect people of all ages, stages, and levels of experience. Director of Music Peachtree Road United Methodist Church Atlanta, Georgia9EXQ U ISITE MUSIC IN A MAGN IFIC ENT SPACE. OF PEACHTREE ROAD UNITED METHODIST CHURCHTHE ORGANS2 3THE GREAT ORGAN The Great Organ of PRUMC, installed by Mander Organs of London, England, is the largest mechanical action organ ever built by a British organ builder. With mechanical action, the oldest type of organ action, the motions of the player are translated to the pipes through long wooden strips made from cedar, commonly called “trackers.” This provides a direct mechanical link from each note on the keyboard to the different divisions of the organ. Organists prefer this type of action due to its extreme responsiveness and sensitivity to the touch of the player. The Chancel instrument is divided among twin 40-foot cases towering over the High Altar and Chancel. The three primary manual divisions (Great, Swell & Choir), played by the organist’s hands, are located in the Chancel North case. The Pedal division, complete with two full-length 32-foot stops, is in the right-hand case and controlled by the organist’s feet. The Solo Organ, a division with a battery of high-powered reed stops on electric action is located in the upper level of the Chancel South case. A 42-rank instrument built by the Mander firm rises above the West End Gallery. French in “flavor,” the instrument greatly enhances the English accents coming from the Chancel. The crowning glory is the Trompette Royale, an en chamade stop that is used for heraldic fanfares and as a solo against the full organ. The intricately carved cases include dogwood branches, the instruments mentioned in Psalm 150, as well as the seal of Peachtree Road United Methodist Church. The Chancel divisions of the organ were given through generous gifts by Mr. Charles Loudermilk and Mr. Mark Pope III in 2002. The Gallery divisions were donated by the Moon Family Foundation to complete the Great Organ. Gilding on the Gallery organ casework was commissioned in 2022. Funding for this endeavor was provided for by PRUMC and Chancel Choir member, William Elisha York, Jr. and dedicated to all who serve. Soli Deo Gloria!4Great Organ (North case, mid-level, unenclosed) Double Open Diapason 16 61 pipes F Open Diapason I 8 61 pipes F Open Diapason II 8 61 pipes F Stopped Diapason 8 61 pipes Harmonic Flute 8 61 pipes Cone Gamba 8 61 pipes Principal 4 61 pipes Octave 4 61 pipes Open Flute 4 61 pipes Twelfth 2 2/3 61 pipes Fifteenth 2 61 pipes Seventeenth 1 3/5 61 pipes Mounted Cornet III 2 2/3 111 pipes Fourniture V 2 305 pipes Cymbal IV 2/3 244 pipes Trombone 16 61 pipes Trumpet 8 61 pipes Clarion 4 78 pipes Tremulant Choir Organ (North case, upper-level, enclosed) Open Diapason 8 61 pipes Chimney Flute 8 61 pipes Viola Pomposa 8 61 pipes Viola Celeste 8 61 pipes Principal 4 61 pipes Koppel Flute 4 61 pipes Nazard 2 2/3 61 pipes Fifteenth 2 61 pipes Recorder 2 61 pipes Tierce 1 3/5 61 pipes Larigot 1 1/3 61 pipes Sharp Mixture IV 1 244 pipes Cor Anglais 16 61 pipes Cremona 8 61 pipes Tremulant Solo Organ (South case, upper level, unenclosed) Bombarde 16 61 pipes Bombarde 8 66 pipes Clarion 4 78 pipes Tuba 8 66 pipes Chimes 21 tubes Trompette Royale 8 61 pipes (West End Gallery)Swell Organ (North case, lower-level, enclosed) Bourdon 16 61 pipes Open Diapason 8 61 pipes Gedackt 8 61 pipes Salicional 8 61 pipes Voix Celeste 8 61 pipes Flauto Dolce 8 61 pipes Unda Maris 8 61 pipes Principal 4 61 pipes Wald Flute 4 61 pipes Fifteenth 2 61 pipes Flageolet 2 61 pipes Sesquialtera III 2 2/3 183 pipes Plein Jeu V 1 1/3 305 pipes Contra Fagotto 16 61 pipes Harmonic Trumpet 8 66 pipes Hautbois 8 61 pipes Vox Humana 8 61 pipes Harmonic Clarion 4 78 pipes Tremulant Pedal Organ (South case) Double Open Diapason 32 12 pipes Subbass 32 12 pipes Open Diapason 16 32 pipes F Open Wood 16 32 pipes Bourdon 16 32 pipes Lieblich Bourdon 16 32 pipes Principal 8 32 pipes F Bass Flute 8 32 pipes Fifteenth 4 32 pipes Open Flute 4 32 pipes Mixture V 3 1/5 160 pipes Contra Bombarde 32 12 pipes Bombarde 16 12 pipes Bassoon 16 32 pipes Trumpet 8 32 pipes Clarion 4 32 pipes Schalmei 4 32 pipes Couplers Swell to Great, Choir to Great, Solo to Great Swell to Choir, Solo to Choir Great to Pedal, Swell to Pedal, Choir to Pedal Solo to Pedal Récit Shutters on Choir Pedal Great and Pedal Combinations Coupled The organ is playable in its entirety from both consoles.CHANCEL EAST END DIVISIONS (2002) THE GREAT ORGANGrand Orgue Bourdon 16 61 pipes Montre 8 61 pipes F Flûte á Cheminée 8 61 pipes Gamba 8 61 pipes Prestant 4 61 pipes Cor de Nuit 4 61 pipes Octavin 2 61 pipes Cornet III 8 111 pipes Fourniture V 1 1/3 244 pipes Trompette 8 61 pipes Cromorne 8 61 pipes Clarion 4 61 pipes Tremulant Récit Expressif Salicional 8 61 pipes Céleste 8 49 pipes Bourdon 8 61 pipes Principal 4 61 pipes Flûte á Fuseau 4 61 pipes Nazard 2 2/3 61 pipes Doublette 2 61 pipes Quarte de Nazard 2 61 pipes Tierce 1 3/5 61 pipes Mixture IV 1 1/3 244 pipes Basson 16 61 pipes Trompette 8 61 pipes Hautbois 8 61 pipes Tremulant Trompette Royale 8 61 pipes Pédale Montre 16 32 pipes F Bourdon 16 32 pipes Quint 10 2/3 32 pipes Principal 8 32 pipes Flûte 8 32 pipes Octave 4 32 pipes Bombarde 16 32 pipes Trompette 8 32 pipes Chalmeau 4 32 pipes Couplers Récit to Grand Orgue Grand Orgue to Pédale Récit to Pédale Chancel Organ Control Chancel General Pistons On F - Pipes in case façadeGALLERY WEST END DIVISIONS (2008) Mander Organs, London, England, 2002 Eight Divisions • One hundred six Stops • One hundred thirty-five Ranks Mechanical Action with Electric Stop Action 57 6THE CHAPEL ORGAN The Chapel Organ, installed in 1991 by the Schantz Organ Company of Orrville, Ohio, served as the Sanctuary Organ until the opening of the new Sanctuary in March 2002. Much of the organ is located in chambers on the sides of the Chancel, while part of the Great, Positiv, and Pedal divisions are exposed via cantilevered chests on the chancel wall. During renovation in 2002, the Trompette en Chamade was relocated to the rear wall of the Chapel creating a dramatic effect. The console is movable for concerts and special events since the instrument uses electrical signals to translate the organist’s actions to the different divisions of the organ. The Chapel Organ was given through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. R. Howard Dobbs. In 2015, Cornel Zimmer Organbuilders, North Carolina, completely renovated the console. 8Great Organ 12 stops, 15 ranks (Pulpit side, partly exposed on wall, unenclosed) Violone 16 61 pipes F Principal 8 61 pipes A Bordun 8 61 pipes B Violone 8 12 pipes Octave 4 61 pipes A Hohlflöte 4 61 pipes B Fifteenth 2 61 pipes A Cornet III 2 2/3 183 pipes B Mixture V 2 305 pipes A Trompete 8 61 pipes Tuba 8 (Choir) Trompette 8 (Positiv) en Chamade Chimes 21 tubes A - Pipes on chest above left Chancel door B - Pipes on chest, Pulpit side F - Pipes in façade opening behind chest B Choir Organ 17 stops, 15 ranks (Pulpit side, enclosed) Gedackt 8 61 pipes* Flauto Dolce 8 61 pipes Flauto Celeste 8 49 pipes Principal 4 61 pipes* Spillflöte 4 61 pipes* Nasat 2 2/3 61 pipes* Octave 2 61 pipes* Terz 1 3/5 61 pipes* Mixture III 1 1/3 183 pipes English Horn 16 12 pipes English Horn 8 61 pipes Krummhorn 8 61 pipes* Schalmey 4 61 pipes Tuba 8 61 pipes Trompette 16 (Positiv) en Chamade Trompette 8 (Positiv) en Chamade Trompette 4 (Positiv) en Chamade TremulantPositiv Organ 11 stops, 14 ranks (Lectern side, partly exposed on wall, unenclosed) Holzflöte 8 61 pipes B Octave 4 61 pipes A Koppelflöte 4 61 pipes B Super Octave 2 61 pipes A Waldflöte 2 61 pipes B Quinte 1 1/3 61 pipes A Sesquialtera II 2 2/3 122 pipes B Scharf IV 1 244 pipes A Dulcian 16 12 pipes Dulcian 8 61 pipes Trompette 8 61 pipes en Chamade Zimbelstern 5 bells Tremulant A - Pipes on chest above right Chancel door B - Pipes on chest, Lecturn side Swell Organ 16 stops, 16 ranks (Lectern side, enclosed) Rohrflöte 16 12 pipes Principal 8 61 pipes* Rohrflöte 8 61 pipes* Viola Pomposa 8 61 pipes Viola Celeste 8 61 pipes Principal 4 61 pipes Harmonic Flute 4 61 pipes Octave 2 61 pipes Blockflöte 2 61 pipes Mixture IV 1 1/3 244 pipes Basson-Hautbois 16 61 pipes Trompette 8 61 pipes Hautbois 8 12 pipes Vox Humana 8 61 pipes Clarion 4 61 pipes Trompette 8 (Positiv) en Chamade Tremulant THE CHAPEL ORGAN Pedal Organ 23 stops, 11 ranks (Pulpit and Lectern sides, partly exposed and enclosed) Resultant 32 derived Principal 16 32 pipes F Brummbass 16 32 pipes* Rohrflöte 16 (Swell) Violone 16 (Great) Octave 8 32 pipes A Bordun 8 12 pipes* Rohrflöte 8 (Swell) Violone 8 (Great) Choralbass 4 32 pipes Flöte 4 12 pipes Octavin 2 (from Mix II) Mixture II 2 2/3 64 pipes* Mixture IV 1 1/3 128 pipes Kontra Posaune 32 12 pipes Posaune 16 32 pipes Basson-Hautbois 16 (Swell) Trompete 8 12 pipes Hautbois 8 (Swell) Klarine 4 12 pipes Hautbois 4 (Swell) Schalmey 4 (Choir) Trompette 8 (Positiv) en Chamade F - Pipes in façade, Lecturn side A - Pipes on Positiv chest A * Pipes from 1949 Möller organCouplers Great to Great 16/4 Positiv Unison Off Great Unison Of Great to Positiv Swell to Great 16/8/4 Swell to Positiv 16/8/4 Choir to Great 16/8/4 Choir to Positiv 16/8/4 Positiv to Great 16/8 Swell to Swell 16/4 Swell Unison Off Choir to Choir 16/4 Choir Unison Off Great to Pedal Great to Choir Swell to Pedal 8/4 Swell to Choir Choir to Pedal 8/4 Positiv to Choir Positiv to Pedal Accessories 256 Memory Levels (12 Generals and 8 Divisionals) 2 Tuttis Crescendo with Indicator Nave Shades Off Great/Positiv Manual Transfer Wind Pressures Great 3 1/2” Choir 4” Positiv 3 1/2” Swell 4” Pedal 4” & 7 1/2” Tuba 13” Trompette 6” en Chamade Schantz Organ Company, Orrville, Ohio, 1991; Console Renovation, Cornel Zimmer, 2015 Four Manuals • Seventy-nine Stops • Seventy-one Ranks Electropneumatic Action 910THE MUSIC SUITE ORGAN The Music Suite Organ, installed in 1961 by the Möller Organ Company of Hagerstown, Maryland, served for forty years as the Chapel Organ before the old Chapel was modified in January 2002. Relocated by Widener & Company, the organ is now located in a large chamber, speaking through a decorative façade and shutters into the choir rehearsal space of the Music Suite. It is playable from its original two-manual console, now located on a movable platform for teaching and rehearsal purposes. Great Organ Diapason 8 Gedeckt 8 Viola 8 Octave 4 Flute 4 Viola 4 Twelfth 2 2/3 Fifteenth 2 Trompette 8 Swell to Great Swell Organ Gedeckt 8 Viola 8 Flute 4 Viola 4 Nasard 2 2/3 Flautino 2 Trompette 8 Trompette 4Pedal Organ Bourdon 16 Gedeckt 8 Viola 8 Quint 5 1/3 Octave 4 Flute 4 Trompette 8 Trompette 4 Tonal Analysis Bourdon 16 12 pipes Gedeckt 8 85 pipes Viola 8 85 pipes Diapason 4 61 pipes Trompette 8 73 pipes Wind Pressure All divisions 4” 11M.P. Möller, Hagerstown, Maryland, 1961, Opus 9522 Two Manuals • Twenty-five Stops • Four Ranks Electropneumatic Action12The Music Department at PRUMC received the gift of this historic organ in 2017 from Mr. and Mrs. John Adair. It is a 2 manual and pedal reed organ built by the Estey Organ Company of Brattleboro, Vermont. It was originally purchased in 1890 for a church in Scotland. It remained there in use until it made its move to America in the mid-twentieth century. The organ is used for small concerts and to accompany the choirs that sing from our rotunda-gallery level.ESTEY REED ORGAN Manual One Lower half Bourdon 16’ Melodia 8’ Upper half Diapason 8’ Clarinet 16’ Manual Two Lower half Dolce 8’ Viola 4’ Upper half Gamba 8’ Flute 4’Pedal Double diapason 16’ Double dulciana 16’ Accessories Manual coupler (draw knob) Lower manual octave coupler (draw knob) Vox Humana (draw knob) Knee swell Grand organ (foot lever) Pedal swell (foot lever) Manual swell (foot lever) Pedal coupler (foot lever) Wind supplied by Electric blower Foot pedals Lever 13 VAN DAALEN CONTINUO ORGAN Gedekt 8vt Roerfluit 4vtOctaaf 2vt Sifflet 1vtIn December 2017, The Music Department at PRUMC acquired a Van Daalen Continuo Organ. A continuo organ is a usually one-manual pipe organ and is built to be more or less mobile. It was common in sacred and secular music between the 10th and the 18th centuries, in chapels and small churches, as a chamber organ and for the basso continuo in ensemble works. It is used regularly at Peachtree Road when an intimate organ sound is required for the music performed in concerts and services, such as Handel’s Messiah in the Many Moods of Christmas Program and during Holy week. The Continuo Organ is better suited to produce this kind of sound than our Mander organ. Renovation and restoration provided by Robert I. Coulter Organbuilders.3180 peachtree rd, ne | atlanta , ga 30305
