A professor who played a key role in restoring a kirk organ will perform his final recital in aid of a local charity.
Professor David Smith will play on the 1875 Conacher organ for the last time in memory of Euan Richardson who introduced him to the instrument.
The organ was refurbished in 1996 with support from Aberdeenshire Council and donations from the Friends of Forgue Kirk charity.
Mr Smith worked as part of a team to clean it and bring it back into working order.
He said: “The Conacher organ in Forgue Kirk was gifted by Forgue distillery and the pipework and the actual sounds produced by the pipes is outstanding.
“This makes it an absolute joy to play and, I hope, a joy to listen to.
“This organ has not really been touched since it was installed in 1875 and with craftsmen of Conacher’s calibre, you are left with an excellent instrument which still reflects the builder’s original conception.
“It’s this that I love.
“It would be nice to think that the tradition of organ recitals and indeed other kinds of music here will continue.”
Anthony Richardson, secretary of the Friends of Forgue Kirk, said: “Professor Smith has played a key role in revitalising the Forgue Kirk and has brought the organ to life with his wonderful recitals.
“We are tremendously grateful to him for his support and wish him well in his new position.”
Mr Smith is leaving his post at Aberdeen University after 24 years to become the founding head of music at the University of Northumbria.
The performance will take place on August 16 at 7pm, including music by Mendelssohn and Bach alongside improvisation.