Sioux Falls St. Joseph’s Cathedral Welcomes A Stunning New Pipe Organ

Christmas at the Cathedral is set to sound better than ever this year, because St. Joseph’s Cathedral just unveiled its brand-new, world-class pipe organ.

This massive musical upgrade has been years in the making. The design and planning process stretched over multiple seasons, with organizers meticulously shaping every detail. According to Dakota News Now, the project brought together some of the finest woodworkers and metal craftsmen on the planet to build the instrument essentially from the ground up.

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Now, all that effort is paying off.

Seeing the organ finally installed and performing exactly as envisioned has been a deeply rewarding moment for everyone involved. Cathedral Music Director Jared Ostermann told Dakota News Now that the new instrument is far more responsive, offering a broader range of color, dynamics, and expression. In his words, every aspect of playing it is “over the top.”

The team behind the project shares a feeling of pure gratitude. The long wait, they say, was absolutely worth it.

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Music has always been a pillar of the St. Joseph’s community, and this new pipe organ promises to elevate worship even further, lifting spirits, enriching praise, and filling the cathedral with a truly heavenly sound.

The beauty and power of the organ are already on full display. And with the holiday season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to stop in, listen, and experience it for yourself.