Musically Superior Pipe Organ Builders

Master Craftsmanship

Our team of experienced craftsmen regard what we do as a labor of love. The same artisans who conceive the instrument engineer and produce it in the shop and then see it through to completion on-site. Our company is small enough to be responsive, and large enough to make it happen.

We might be considered a “Boutique Builder” with our unique designs, global outlook, premiere quality craftsmanship and materials. Yet we are real-world pragmatists, offering a down-to-earth approach, and placing a high priority on personal relationships. Elegance with a total lack of pretense.

A Wealth of Experience

With nearly 200 total years of industry experience in design, construction, repair and maintenance of pipe organs, the staff at Patrick J. Murphy & Associates, Inc. brings this vast knowledge and practical expertise to every project. In short, we believe that our hands-on approach and years of experience in finding pragmatic solutions is what sets us apart in all that we do.

As one of the few nationally known pipe organ builders that also routinely provides maintenance and tuning services to various makes and types of instruments in the local area, we bring a unique, long-term perspective to organbuilding: a relationship of stewardship and partnering with our clients for a sense of ownership over the lifetime of the instrument.

Artistic Pragmatism

In close partnership with our clients we develop and provide an artistically pragmatic solution, specific to their unique and specific set of circumstances. Whether a custom built instrument or the rebuilding or renovation of an existing instrument, a tremendous amount of thought and care goes into the development of every project.

We often find that the visual and tonal design of the instrument and its mechanical layout will evolve as we learn more about the space, the needs of the organist and congregation and its liturgical traditions. Our goal is a final product worthy in its scope of the glory of God, thrilling to those who worship with you, and a legacy for generations to come.

A pipe organ is an individual artwork, built by skilled artisans and craftsmen. After considering the architecture, acoustics and the liturgical and musical needs of the congregation and its musicians, each instrument is designed for the room into which it will sing. While all modern pipe organ builders strive to take advantage of modern technology and materials, we also remain committed to the tried and true principles and methods of organ building that have served past builders for generations.

Since 1987, many churches and institutions have turned to Patrick J. Murphy & Associates for assistance in bringing their vision to life. With our reputation for skill, craftsmanship, quality and overall excellence, it is not surprising that many prestigious organizations have made Patrick J. Murphy & Associates their choice for pipe organ services. Whether you seek a new instrument, a restored, rebuilt or renovated organ, repairs, services, or routine tuning and maintenance, we can guide, plan and execute, partnering with you and members of your congregation to find a pragmatic solution that is uniquely yours. The result is a reliable, durable and elegant instrument that is manageable to the organist, mechanically reliable and a singularly beautiful work of art to the beholder from one of the most respected pipe organ companies.

Some of our Instruments

Opus 70 console, St. Paul's Parish, Akron Ohio

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This short, 3½ minute video provides the viewer with a brief company overview of Patrick J. Murphy & Associates. It discusses the three important requirements for successful organbuilding: musical support for Congregational Singing, an expressive and dynamic palette for Choral Accompaniment and for playing the Organ Literature. It gives the viewer a quick overview of the company, its facilities and the organbuilding process, and discusses the importance of selecting an organbuilder you can trust. For a builder with a passion for Pipe Organs, choose Patrick J. Murphy & Associates, one of the finest pipe organ companies. – Click on the image above to view our brief company introductory video.

Our informative 67-minute DVD, “Sound Decisions” has been created with those who serve on church organ committees in mind, and includes an in-depth visit to an organ completed by Patrick J. Murphy & Associates, for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Carnegie, Pennsylvania. It gives the viewer a concise and easy to understand introduction of organ design and function, along with many helpful recommendations that will ensure success as your committee leads your congregation through the process and purchase of a pipe organ or the successful completion of an organ restoration or repair project. – Click here to order your DVD today.

See What Our Customers Say

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton R. C. Church – Carnegie, Pennsylvania

“Patrick J. Murphy & Associates have been models of professional conduct. I am especially grateful for Patrick’s perfect transparency: He was marvelously precise in his design specifications, proposal, and schedule, and he delivered precisely as planned—following the year’s schedule to the hour, the proposal to the dollar, and the design to the quarter-inch—but with exquisite quality in every detail. In the follow-up voicing, and also in the routine maintenance contract eventually awarded to Patrick J. Murphy & Associates, the organbuilder was sensitive to the pastoral exigencies such as funerals, and has provided us with excellent service. I wholeheartedly recommend Patrick J. Murphy & Associates.”

~ Fr. David G. Poecking, Pastor

University of Scranton – Scranton, Pennsylvania

“Thank you all so very much for the tremendous care you provide for our organ! From the very first meeting we had with you, I knew you were “the ones”. The honest and straightforward discussion we had that morning, combined with your obvious passion for and knowledge of the instrument, motivated us to decide then and there that your company was our choice. The outcome of the rebuild was everything we hoped for. The educational aspects of your work here have truly enabled me to be an effective steward of the instrument by having a better understanding of its operation and needs. I appreciate not only the quality of the work you all do, which is self-evident to everyone in attendance when the instrument is heard, but the level of support you provide in so many ways from ease of contact and prompt response to timeliness and concise communication.”

~ Cheryl Boga, Director of Bands

St. Mary’s Church of the Immaculate Conception – Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

“It was always my belief that the organ was worth making an investment in rebuilding. . . I was surprised beyond my expectation with the finished product after the complete restoration, rebuilding and tonal refinishing of the organ . . .the team from PJM was a pleasure to work with during the process. They were always prompt, courteous, hardworking and delivered as they said they would. They are expert craftsmen and great people to work with. It would be my pleasure to recommend them to anyone considering rebuilding an existing organ.”

~ Mark Ignatovich, Director of Music Ministry

St. Patrick’s R.C. Church – New Orleans, Louisiana

“It was a great pleasure to play the inaugural recital on your instrument in St. Patrick’s Church in New Orleans. The organ is tailored beautifully to the church and offers a rich variety of colors and performer–friendly registration controls. It is no wonder that everyone I met in the parish expressed delight with your fine achievement.“

~ Thomas Murray, Professor of Organ, University organist, Yale University

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