Melbourne Fringe: Barry Morgan's World Of Organs

Music has been a huge part of Teakle's life since he was young, and his passion for the organ in particular has been unwavering. "It was my dear departed mother Nancy who first introduced me to the organ of a family friend when I was just a tiny little boy. And I've been very passionate about recreational music where everyone can be involved."

Teakle's love for the instrument is in fact so strong, he runs an organ store in Adelaide. "The phones have been running hot at my superstore The World of Organs in the Sunnyside Mall, Adelaide, with megastars from around the globe such as Lady Gaga, Kylie Minogue and Gotye asking for advice, so I thought it was time to get out there and share the joy."

Those who attend the show can look forward to numbers on instruments dating back over 40 years. "I'll be debuting the Lowrey Tenie Genie and the Lowrey Wandering Genie organs. The beats on the Lowrey Tenie Genie, fresh out of the 1970s, are as modern as tomorrow and will get audiences in the Moog!"

While Teakle admits the biggest challenge was "getting my organ safely transported and fit into the room", he assures us it has its place at Fringe. "My organ parties are being requested not only in Australian Fringes but around the world. Everyone knows you play better organ with a moustache."

What: Barry Morgan's World Of Organs: Home Organ Party Experience

When & Where: 18 — 25 Sep, The Ballroom, Lithuanian Club