A church in Gedling will be holding a “hymnathon” to raise money for work needed on the pipe organ.
On Saturday, May 11 the choir and organist of All Hallows Church will sing and play hymns continuously for 12 hours between 9am till 9pm. Hymns can be sponsored between 11am and 2pm.
Church members are fundraising to pay for repairs and update part of the electronic system of their pipe organ that dates back to 1874.
Steve Hicking, the organ and choirmaster for All Hallows Church said: “Since the Forster and Andrews organ was first built there has been a history of upgrades. In 1925 a special room was added to the church so the organ could be installed in it. In 1999 the organ was completely rebuilt and electronic systems were added. It is these systems which need upgrading. The work will be undertaken by local organ builders Groves.
He added: “The total work will cost £8000.00. We have had a series of events to raise money and we are looking for sponsors for this event. Please do come and see us on the May 11.
More details about the event and how to make donations can be found on the church website here: http://www.allhallowsgedling.co.uk/
