This intriguing read follows the history of California's first organ builders, from the first influx of immigrants during the California gold rush to the polished organ concerts of the late 19th century. Includes organ-builders Joseph S. Mayer, John Bergstrom, Felix Schoenstein, Shellard & McCraith, James Paine, George & Charles Andrews, Thomas Whalley, Murray M. Harris, Henry C. Fletcher, and the Los Angeles Pipe Organ Company.