Based on 10 reviews
Cornel Zimmer Organ Builders is a fourth-generation organ building company founded in 1992 by Cornel Zimmer, continuing work begun in the 1890s by his great grandfather. The business designs, builds, restores, and supports masterwork pipe organs and digital instruments for churches, concert halls, and worship spaces nationwide. They combine European and American organ building traditions with modern technology to create custom instruments that meet specific client requirements.
The company is located in Denver, North Carolina, near Lake Norman, with a mailing address at P.O. Box 2309, Denver, NC 28037, and a street address at 731 Crosspoint Drive. They serve clients across the United States, including projects in Wilmington, DE; Charlotte, NC; Kernersville, NC; Atlanta, GA; New Orleans, LA; and Greenwood, SC. Their team travels to install and restore instruments at various locations.
According to the company's website, they use progressive imagination and methodology to combine the art history of organ building with new technologies available in the industry today. They maintain a company size that allows flexibility to fully customize each instrument while maintaining high quality control. The team includes highly trained technicians, artists, and recent college graduates with degrees in music and technology working toward the fifth generation of pipe organ builders.
Multiple reviewers praise the team's professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to accommodate specific requirements. Common themes include the rich and full sound quality, top-notch craftsmanship, and friendly, responsive service throughout the building process. Several clients describe the instruments as works of art that sound heavenly and complement their worship or musical programs effectively.
The company has a portfolio of over 100 completed projects, celebrating Opus 100 in December 2007. Recent installations include Opus 160 at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Wilmington, DE, and Opus 159 at First Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC. They also handle refurbishments, such as Opus 156 at Christ School in Arden, NC, and Opus 155 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in New Orleans, LA.
They offer design and production of new organs, ranging from all pipe to all digital and many combinations in between. Their services also include rebuilding and restoration of existing instruments, as well as architectural woodworking. Clients can request a quote for custom instruments tailored to their specific needs and worship spaces.
The website mentions that they have hired several highly trained technicians and artists to create exquisite organs of the highest quality and durability. They also note that a number of recent college graduates with degrees in music and technology have joined the team over the past several years. This blend of experienced artisans and new talent is part of their ongoing development.
The company's mission from day one has been to design, build, restore, and support masterwork instruments that will transcend for new generations. They aim to take the craft of organ building into the future while embracing the history of the art form. Their focus is on creating instruments that will fully support worship and musical programs for decades to come.
You can reach Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders by phone at 7044834560.
The official website of Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders is zimmerorgans.com.
On Trustburn, Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders has a rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 10 reviews.
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🙁 My experience with Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders was not great. The organ they built for me didn't live up to my expectations. The sound quality is disappointing and there were some issues with the craftsmanship. The customer service was also lacking. I would not recommend their services. 😔
The organ built by Zimmer Organs is decent, but it didn't quite meet my expectations. The sound quality is okay, but I was hoping for something more exceptional. The team was friendly, but I felt that there could have been more attention to detail. Overall, it's an average experience for me.
I recently had an organ built by Zimmer Organs, and I couldn't be happier with the result. The instrument sounds incredible and the craftsmanship is top-notch. The team at Zimmer Organs was very friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. They were also able to accommodate my specific requirements. Overall, it was a great experience and I highly recommend Zimmer Organs for anyone in need of an organ builder.
I had a really great experience with Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders! The team was highly professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to all my needs. They built a beautiful organ for my church that sounds absolutely amazing. The attention to detail and craftsmanship is truly remarkable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of an organ builder.
I recently had the pleasure of working with an organ built by Zimmer Organs and I'm absolutely thrilled with the results. The sound is rich and full, and the craftsmanship is top-notch. The team at Zimmer Organs was professional and attentive to my needs. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of an organ builder.
🎹 I just had my organ built by Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders and I'm absolutely delighted with the outcome! The sound quality is superb and the attention to detail is impressive. The team was very professional and responsive to my requests. I can't thank them enough for their excellent work. Highly recommend! 🎶
I recently hired Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders to build an organ for my concert hall, and I must say they exceeded my expectations. The instrument they built is a work of art. The attention to detail and the quality of the sound is simply outstanding. I am extremely satisfied with their work. Highly recommended!
👏 I couldn't be happier with the organ built by Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders. The quality of the sound is exceptional, and the craftsmanship is outstanding. The team was professional, efficient, and attentive to all my specifications. I highly recommend their services! 🎶
I recently had an organ built by Zimmer Organs, and I must say that I'm not completely satisfied. The sound quality is not up to par and there are some craftsmanship issues that need to be addressed. The customer service was decent, but it didn't compensate for the overall lackluster experience.
🎵 My experience with Cornell Zimmer Organ Builders was simply amazing! The organ they built for me is beyond words. The sound is heavenly and the attention to detail is second to none. I am so grateful to the team for their incredible work. Highly recommended! 🎹
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