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Dear Allen Organ:
This letter is a long time coming, however, I want to affirm my appreciation and gratitude for producing such a
magnificent instrument as the Renaissance 480-S whose quality and versatility far exceeds our expectations.
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John Ferreira
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When it came time to purchase a new organ for our 2,600 member church, quality was first on the list. The instrument had to be of the
highest quality and had to support a full and diversified music ministry program. We wanted only the best for our worship services.
After listening to many brands and styles, both digital and pipe, the pastor, my assistant and I heard the Allen Renaissance. We were
convinced of the Allen's superior quality and amazing versatility.
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"Stewardship is always a concern when purchasing a new worship instrument."
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If the decision to purchase a organ for our 1,200 seat church had gone forward, the size of the organ would have been jeopardized by the cost. This, added to
Florida humidity problems with a pipe organ, meant purchasing such an instrument would not be good stewardship. The Renaissance met our goals for quality and fulfilled good stewardship.
The Renaissance 480-S has enhanced our worship services for over five months and has won the hearts
of our congregation with its glorious sounds. Even those who said "we should have nothing but a pipe
organ" have been pleased, astounded and are now advocates of the Renaissance 480-S pipe sounds.
One gentleman, being convinced that only a pipe organ would do, withheld his donation to our organ
fund until he heard the Allen in worship one Sunday. On Monday he appeared with a very generous donation.
As church organist, I marvel at how the organ's touch is so responsive, from the chiff of a light flute, to
the slight wind delay of the full organ. The floating string division is truly heavenly inspired and has
been a great asset to our worship. Our congregational singing has improved immensely. We had visits
from organists and other musicians who have been astonished by the quality of the instrument. The Renaissance 480-S was the perfect choice for a growing and vibrant church.
I thank Mathis Music for their friendly and generous time in guiding our purchase. Ted Hayes is a superior representative for Allen and was a guiding light during the installation.
John Ferreira,
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