Classic Pianos Earns First Ever ‘Global Bösendorfer Dealer of the Year’ Distinction
Classic Pianos has been recognized as “Global Bösendorfer Dealer of the Year” during a special ceremony held at the company’s headquarters in Portland.
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Yamaha
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PRS Guitars Rebrands HDRX Amplifiers Built with 'Authentic Hendrix' Touring Circuit
PRS Guitars is rebranding their newest amplifier: the HDRX.
Application Period for the Best Communities for Music Education Awards Now Open
As schools across the nation welcome the return of the joyous sounds of music programs, districts and individual schools have the opportunity to celebrate the resilience of music…
Percussion Marketing Council Opens Search to Expand Executive Board
The Percussion Marketing Council (PMC) announces the expansion of the organization’s Board of Directors, as long-term PMC board member David Jewell transitions to an advisory role upon his…
Trade Regrets: Jim Widner
Music educator and one of the founding members of the Jazz Educators Network, Jim Widner, passed away suddenly of a heart attack on October 3 2021. He was 75…
Drummers, Industry And Media To Participate in 'On The Line'— Hit Like A Girl’s New Online Marching Percussion Festival.
With the announcement of its Marching Percussion Festival that will begin next month, Hit Like A Girl is shaking things up yet again.
Transformation Awaits: The NAMM Show Announces Return to Anaheim in June 2022
Today, The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) announced that The NAMM Show, the annual “family reunion” of the global music, sound, and entertainment technology industry, will reconvene…
Class Act - Classical Guitar Sales in 2021
When discussing MI since the pandemic, certain subjects inevitably take center stage: voluntary or mandated store-closings or enforced capacity limits; supply-chain interruptions; mask mandates and enhanced safety and…
Pearl River Hosts Piano Dealers at First Conference Held in the United States
Nearly 25 U.S. piano dealers, veteran music products professionals and logistics specialists came together in Skokie, Illinois, on August 19 – 21 to participate in the first Pearl…
‘What Kinda Funny-Lookin’ Saxophone is That?’ - The Robust Bass Clarinet Market in 2021 is no Joke
The bell makes a great duck-call! Almost no tuning needed!
Music China Generates Substantial Attention for New Innovations
As one of the world’s largest trade fairs for musical instruments, Music China provides a convergence point for professionals and enthusiasts alike to sample new innovations and novelties.
19 Women Selected to Participate in 2nd Annual SWIM Leadership Summit
The Smart Women in Music Fund (SWIM) is pleased to announce the nineteen women selected to attend the 2nd Annual SWIM Leadership Summit, October 12-15, 2021, at the…
NAMM Announces New Appointments to The Executive Committee
At the recent NAMM Board of Directors meeting, the NAMM Board elected a new Executive Committee to continue the organization’s legacy of service to the industry at-large.
IK Multimedia Releases Electromagnetik Piano Collection for SampleTank
IK Multimedia releases Electromagnetik, which brings together four new SampleTank sound libraries, each focusing on a very specific and rare electric piano.
Music & Arts Mourns the Loss of Kurt Witt
With great sadness, Music & Arts announces the sudden passing of Director of Merchandising Kurt Witt.
Sweetwater Announces Grand Opening of Mega Music Store on Fort Wayne Campus
Sweetwater has announced the grand opening of its new megastore.
WPM Solves Acoustic Problems at Shibata Civic Cultural Center in Japan
Located in the central part of Shibata City, Niigata Prefecture, Shibata Civic Cultural Center was opened in 1980.
Yamaha Names Shalhoup VP of Sales Enablement
Yamaha has announced that it has promoted John Shalhoup to the role of Vice President of Sales Enablement.
Kansas City Piano Opens its Doors in Overland Park
Kansas City Piano has officially opened its doors, bringing the joy of piano music-making back to Overland Park.
Music China to Celebrate 20th Anniversary in October
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Music China, which will be held from October 13 – 16 2021 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.
ACMI Trusts Audinate’s Dante to Craft Immersive Soundscape
The world’s first feature film was made in Australia, so it’s no wonder one of the nation’s premier museums is dedicated to the art of the moving image.
Falgien Named CEO of Texas Piano Group
Jeff Falgien, a piano industry veteran with an impressive career spanning 44 years, has been named CEO of the newly-formed Texas Piano Group LLC.
Yamaha Master Educator Collective Expands Offerings with Music Business & Entrepreneurship Group
Yamaha has announced the launch of the Music Business & Entrepreneurship group, an education initiative designed to support music educators who are preparing students for the modern music…
Yamaha Cares Upcycle Program Provides Musical Instruments to Not for Profits That Transform Them into Works of Art
To many, musical instruments are works of art in and of themselves. But what if they could be used as a medium to create an entirely new art…