This exceptional dance organ was formerly part of the collection of Roy Hofheinz, the former mayor of Houston. Judge Hofheinz visited Hathaway & Bowers Inc. in California and was impressed and determined to buy, then and there, what amounted to a world-class display of coin-operated pianos, orchestrions, and organs. These were destined for the new Astroworld amusement complex; although, in time, the direction of the project changed and the park’s ownership went into other hands. This beautiful Mortier subsequently joined another Houston private collection before being acquired by the noted Milhous Collection, for whom it was restored and expanded by master organ specialist Johnny Verbeeck in Belgium prior to its acquisition for the esteemed Andrews Collection.

The organ includes many ranks of pipes, brass trumpets, chimes, and percussions, all of which are played from the 115-key cardboard music and a digital MIDI player. The wooden façade is stunningly restored, and the imposing stature of the instrument is simply awe-inspiring. It is presented in excellent condition and is accompanied by numerous large cardboard books and a library of MIDI tunes.