OrganFax News

Change of Player for Christmas in Dronfield!

Wednesday 26th November

Tony Stace will now be playing for the World of Music Christmas Concert at 7pm on 10th December.  This is bound to be a wonderful night of festive favourites, so do go along for a super night out.  

For more information visit their OrganFax Page (opens in new tab)

Andover Club To Close

Saturday 15th November

Sad news in from Terry Trevett:-

CLUB CLOSURE - It is with great regret, as founder and Hon. Secretary, to let you know that the WEYHILL ELECTRONIC ORGAN SOCIETY (recently operating under the title MUSIC at HeART) will be closing at the end of the year, with the final concert (Number 266) taking place on 17th December, when Tony Stace will be playing for us.

The Club was formed in 2002 and, in addition to its regular monthly concerts, has organised many other activities, particularly during the early years.  These have included social occasions, coach trips, meals and charity events – all involving music – with over £13,000 having been raised for many local and national charities.

Over the years, changes in society generally and music preferences in particular, together with the effects of the Covid pandemic, have caused a reduction in our concert attendances.  Consequently the Club was forced to restrict most aspects of its activities and, even though the love of melodic, easy listening music has endured, a decline in support has made it impossible to continue. 

We remember those who have attended our concerts in the past, both audiences and players, some of whom are sadly no longer with us, and others who, for whatever reasons, have been unable to share or add to our enjoyment.  We will always be grateful for the support we have received in the past and for the excellent entertainment provided by all of the visiting artistes.

Andover Tony Stace Date Change

Saturday 15th November

The concert planned with Tony Stace on 18th December has changed dates and will now take place a day earlier, on WEDNESDAY 17th December, so don't miss it!

For more information visit their OrganFax page (opens in new window).

Burtey Fen Concerts Resume with Jean Martyn

Monday 13th October

The Burtey Fen Collection at 3 Burtey Fen Lane, Pinchbeck, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 3SR, is home to two fabulous theatre organs, a 3/12 Compton and a 2/10 Wurlitzer.  Both are in tip top condition and sound wonderful.

For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic, there is to be a Christmas Concert, their first professional concert since the lockdowns, featuring the one and only Jean Martyn, at 2.30pm on Sunday 30th November 2025.

Tickets are just £12 including tea, coffee and mince pies.  Prior booking is essential, there will not be any tickets available on the door, so secure your seats now by calling 01775 766 081 or emailing burteyfen@yahoo.co.uk

Henley Concert Season Announced

Monday 6th October

There are wonderful Sunday afternoon concerts on the Allen Digital theatre organ at Henley Town Hall, Market Place, Henley-On-Thames, RG9 2AQ at 3pm on these dates:

19th October 2025 - Gordon Cree

16th November 2025 - Elizabeth Harrison

14th December 2025 - Andy Quin

11th January 2026 - Phil Kelsall MBE

8th February 2026 - Michael Wooldridge

8th March 2026 - Chris Stanbury

12th April 2026 - Tom Horton

Admission is just £10 in cash on the door

For more details call David on 0118 972 4988 or visit their website at www.henleyorgantrust.org.uk (opens in new tab)

Enjoy Watching the Young Theatre Organist of the Year Competition Online

Wednesday 17th September

THe Wurlitzer Heritage Trust (WHT) held this year's Young Theatre Organist of the Year Competition on the fabulous Wurlitzer at The Musical Museum (MM) in Brentford.  You can enjoy watching the whole event here:

Video of YTOY 2025 (opens in new tab)

For more information about the competition and other events visit The Wurlitzer Heritage Trust (opens in new tab)

For more information about the museum and their events visit The Musical Museum  (opens in new tab)

If you know any young players who may like to enter next year, drop an email to event organiser Michael Wooldridge - michael@wokingwurlitzer.co.uk