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News December 19, 2024

Introducing A New, More Accessible MuseClass Model:

‍Hal Leonard and Muse Group — the world leaders in music education — announce a transformative update to MuseClass, the assignment and grading platform launched earlier this year. In 2025,…

MMR Staff
Dec 19, 2024
News December 19, 2024

Electro-Harmonix Introduces the 360+ Looper

The Electro-Harmonix Nano Looper 360 has been one of our best selling pedals for just over a decade. Affordable and simple, it has been the looper choice for countless musician.…

MMR Staff
Dec 19, 2024
News December 17, 2024

Trade Regrets: Rick Cochran

Rick Cochran, founder and president of Fort Bend Music Center, passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2024, at 64. Born on February 19, 1960, Rick dedicated his life to sharing…

MMR Staff
Dec 17, 2024
News December 17, 2024

NAMM Announces A-List Artist Lineup for 2025 Show

NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, has announced a robust lineup of artists and bands scheduled to perform at The NAMM Show,…

MMR Staff
Dec 17, 2024
News December 16, 2024

Pick of the Litter

With over 90 percent(!!!) of participants in this month’s MI survey sent out to over 300 MI retailers reporting sales of guitar & bass picks as being either up or…

MMR Staff
Dec 16, 2024
News December 16, 2024

Every Obstacle is an Opportunity for Growth

When you analyze things, running a small business is remarkably similar to having a gymnasium membership. In a gym the machines provide lots of resistance which eventually helps you build…

MMR Staff
Dec 16, 2024