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Autry Harper

Staunton

Summary

Although I am relatively new to the field, I have quickly developed a passion for the work and am committed to building a long-term career. My experience working with Chris Bono has given me a solid foundation, and I am eager to continue building up my knowledge and skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Tuning and Maintenance Associate

Christopher A. Bono Pipe Organ Services
05.2024 - Current

Held keys for organ tunings.


Tuned various organ divisions for annual tunings and concerts/evensongs.


Helped with regulating and voicing, both at the console and inside the chamber.


Fixed ciphers in organs with various action configurations.


Disassembled multiple tracker organs.


Operated drill press and other shop machinery.


Helped with extensive organ cleaning projects.


Installed new lighting, walkboards, handles, and other ease of maintenance features.


Re-actioned divisions of direct electric organs (replacing electromagnets, rewiring, soldering).


Installed new or repaired ranks of pipes, assisted with racking pipes.


Assisted in harpsichord work (wrapping tuning pins, trimming plectra, tuning harpsichords).

Stage Crew Member

Staunton Music Festival
04.2022 - 08.2023

Involved in setting up, maintaining, and managing equipment.


Transported instruments between various concert venues, including the Artistic Director's collection of harpsichords.


Took on librarian and scheduling responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05-2023

Skills

  • Tuning experience
  • Voicing knowledge
  • Tool proficiency
  • Organ navigation and safety

Timeline

Tuning and Maintenance Associate

Christopher A. Bono Pipe Organ Services
05.2024 - Current

Stage Crew Member

Staunton Music Festival
04.2022 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Music

James Madison University
Autry Harper