Gilbert [Gilfert] Ash
1756

Updated through online information from T. Daniel Hancock.

Identified through online information from T. Daniel Hancock. -- In "The History of the Organ in the United States," Orpha Ochse writes, "In 1756 an organ was set up in City Hall. It was the product of Gilbert Ash, a craftsman who also manufactured soap, candles, and furniture. The announcement of the opening program appeared in 'The New York Mercury' of March 15: 'For the Benefit of a Poor Widow. On Thursday the 18th Instant, will be open'd, at the City Hall, a New Organ, made by Gilbert Ash, where will be performed, A Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Musick . . . Tickets, at Five Shillings each, to be had at Mr. Cobhams's in Hanover Square, at the Gentleman's Coffee House, at the King's Arms, at the Province Arms, at the Bible & Crown in Queen-Street, and at Mr. Ash's joining Mr. Willet's in Wall-street; who continues the Business of Organ Building, by whom Gentlemen and Ladies, may be furnished with a noble Instrument, in a convenient Time after it is bespoke.'"