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Through my work at Hydro-Electric, I was alone in the East Kirk many times.I found it particularly eerie due to the dark stained timber and the poor lighting. Most Kirks give a feeling of peacefullness but I always felt uncomfortable in here.

I often felt that too, probably because I wis merried there, lol.

Can anyone tell me anything about this organ; Builders, Specification, organists etc? Any info would be appreciated.

[And what happened to it?]

The late James Flett (Flett and Sons) played beautifully for many years. The late Dick Hughes unfortunately had a much shorter tenure. I can give you a contact for more information, Steven, if you get in touch.
I always felt it was peaceful, even when there alone.

Patterson Church had light timber when we got married in it in the eighties. It was the King Street Church that had the dark timber.The choir seats were blue velvet covered to match carpet while the King Street had red velvet.
I think the organ went to the monks in Papa Stronsay when the East Church became the "One-Stop Shop".

Rhonda Low and the late Dick Hughes were organists in the East Church.