Spurensuche Midwest

Eine Orgelfabrik in Ohio:
Schantz

http://www.schantzorgan.com

The Orrville Zephyr

	Von Beginn an in Familienbesitz, ist die Schantz Orgelfabrik heute die älteste in Nordamerika – eine Dias-show gibt einen ersten Eindruck, wie hier produziert wird:
	Excellence in Musicality. From the softest whispers to the boldest shouts of declamation, musical excellence is at the heart of exceptional organbuilding. By controlling all musical details including construction of pipes, voicing and tonal finishing, Schantz organs exude integrity and quality.
	Excellence in Visual Design. A striking visual design will enhance the beauty of any space. Whether the project includes highly detailed casework or a simple facade, the goal is to build organs that enhance the architectural detail of the room.
	Excellence in Performance. While the pipe organ is a complex mechanism, it is above all a musical instrument. Reliable mechanisms and modern console features must assist, not hinder performance. Our focus on flawless mechanical function enables Schantz organs to inspire both player and listener.
	Viele der Orgelpfeifen werden aus einer Metall-Legierung gefertigt, die in der Fabrik mittels Quecksilberbad selbst hergestellt wird. Andere Materialien – wie Zink und Aluminium – werden sogar aus Deutschland importiert.
	So sieht das Innenleben einer – elektronischen – Orgel aus.
	Auch in einer altmodischen Orgelfabrik – in der es übrigens immer gut riecht, nach den verschiedenen Werkstoffen wie Holz, Metallen, Kleber – läuft nichts mehr ohne Computer.
The family owned it until 1970 when, at the death of Mr. Schantz, it was sold to the Charles Meenan family who lived in it for some 30 years. The Schantz Organ Company purchased it from Mrs. Meenan who then moved to Wooster. These have been the only owners. The woodwork throughout the downstairs is of Wayne County black walnut and was fabricated in the Schantz factory. The crown moldings are of plaster. The arched opening between the front and back stairs, housed an old-type vertical telephone. Aside from a modernization of the kitchen by the Meenans, there has been little change aside from minor redecorating. The house is now used as a reception center for the Schantz Company and for meetings of various types.	The house at 123 East Oak Street was built in 1928 by Victor Schantz for his wife and children (Bruce Schantz and Virginia Schantz Whiting).