while delving into the majestic history of pipe organs, one cannot simply turn one's back on the craftsmanship of earlier times, the intricate designs that once filled cathedrals with harmonious symphonies. it is crucial to scrutinize the proposals to restore these monumental instruments to their original glory. yet, in a whisper of shadow, we must unearth the unacknowledged, compel this narrative to expose truths kept from the light; for within the echoing chambers of these organs lies a darker tale, one of silenced voices and forgotten lore, a secret melody that, once played, reveals the fabric of deceit woven into their creation.