1971 Then and Now: Hohner Harmonicas
Drew Lewis, Brand Manager, Hohner Harmonicas and Melodicas While much has changed over the previous five decades, people’s love of music remains steady. Over time, music genres change and evolve…
1971 Then and Now: Sonor Drums
Jeff Mulvihill, Sonor Brand Manager USA: “It is amazing how much has changed in the world in 50 years with technology and culture speeding the pace on how people live…
1971 Then and Now: Electro-Harmonix
Mike Matthews, Founder & CEO: “I founded Electro-Harmonix in 1968 so in ’71 we were barely out of our infancy with just a handful of analog effects like the LPB-1…
New Products, MMR, July 2021
MMR’s July 2021 New Products section included a variety of accessory items, pro audio items, fretted instruments, drums & percussion items, print & digital products and cases & stands. To…
Orchestrating Your Own Disney Ending
My wife enjoys watching movies with fast action scenes where people inevitably get hurt. As the decibel level in the movie’s soundtrack increases, so does my heart rate. I, on…
Vision & Purpose!
Jimi Asked the Right Question: ‘Are You Experienced?’ Before we delve into Jimi Hendrix, let’s start with our own question. As business entrepreneurs, has there ever been a better time…
Lamond to Step Down as President and CEO of NAMM
On June 28, at the annual NAMM Board of Directors meeting, Joe Lamond, NAMM president and CEO, shared his intention to step down as the leader of the 120-year-old trade…
Hal Leonard’s Essential Elements Interactive Is Now Available to All Band & Orchestra Directors
Hal Leonard's Essential Elements Interactive has announced new free trial accounts for any music teacher to use the robust online platform. Previously available to only those programs that use the…
Reeves Gabriels' New Signature Model with Reverend Guitars
Reverend Guitars has released the all-new Reverend Reeves Gabrels Dirtbike Royale. Based on his original Reverend Reeves Gabrels Dirtbike platform, this model features two Mojotone Pickups. The Mojotone Hot Quiet…
Martin Audio Announces Next Open Days to Coincide with 50th Anniversary Party
Martin Audio is gearing up for two action packed days in early September, which will see them combine the latest in their successful Open Day program—and their first in two…
Action Church Taps Trio of dLive for System Expansion
Founded in early 2014 by Pastor Justin Dailey, Action Church has grown by leaps and bounds and it shows no signs of slowing down. Action Church has been in the…
D’Addario Foundation Announces 2021 College Scholarship Recipients
The D’Addario Foundation is thrilled to announce its selection of recipients of college scholarships in 2021. Eleven students, all participants in Foundation grantee programs, will receive four years of…