The Unit Orchestra (Theatre Pipe Organ)

The history of the Unit Orchestra has its roots in the industrial revolution, and the use of electricity to control mechanical valves, combined with talented organ builders capable of making pipes take on the sound of windblown musical instruments. The origin of these unique instruments began with the need to provide musical background to the silent film. and rapidly evolved as the era of live entertainment occurred in the first third of the 20th century.

- Courtesy of the American Theatre Organ Society (ATOS)

For much more information about and history of the Unit Orchestra, please visit the ATOS website at www.atos.org You can also enjoy a spectacular "private" concert by Mark Herman here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta-XJz9tvJo