Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ Concert in Saltaire
October 20, 2026Scottish organist to perform at Victoria Hall in November
A concert featuring the Wurlitzer theatre pipe organ will take place at Victoria Hall in Saltaire on Sunday 8 November 2026. The event will showcase Scottish organist Dr Iain McGlinchey, who will perform a selection of light and popular music starting at 2.30pm.
About the performer and programme
Dr Iain McGlinchey is recognised within the UK theatre-organ community for his vibrant playing style and diverse repertoire. His performances typically include music from stage and screen, dance-band favourites, orchestral arrangements, and well-known popular melodies. He is noted for his use of colourful registrations and rhythmic techniques, which highlight the unique character of each instrument he plays.
The Saltaire Wurlitzer theatre pipe organ, one of the country’s finest surviving instruments of its kind, will provide the musical backdrop for the concert. The organ features nearly 1,000 pipes and percussion instruments housed in chambers beneath the stage.
Event details
- Date and time: Sunday 8 November 2026, 2.30pm to 4.45pm
- Location: Victoria Hall, Saltaire, BD18 3JS
- Tickets: General admission £13, under 26 £5, under 18 free
- Accessibility: Level access available from Lockwood Street via a lift
- Additional features: Light refreshments available for donation; opportunity to view organ chambers under the stage
The concert is organised by the Cinema Organ Society, a registered charity (No. 1189263). The venue is a short walk from Saltaire railway station, making it accessible for visitors travelling by train.
Audience members of all ages are welcome to attend this event, which offers an opportunity to experience the distinctive sound and history of the theatre pipe organ in a historic setting.
