Hal Leonard Launches 'Let's Chat' for Dealers
Hal Leonard has added a "Let's Chat" feature to their Dealer Access website providing their accounts with quick, easy access to a sales rep.
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CLASS OF 2017: Eight electric guitar brands making waves this year
Back in September of 2013, MMR decided to single out eight up-and-coming guitar brands that we felt were poised to make a significant impact in the market that…
The Class of 2017: Eight Electric Guitar Brands Making Waves This Year
Back in September of 2013, MMR decided to single out eight up-and-coming guitar brands that we felt were poised to make a significant impact in the market that…
Korg USA's Peralman Retires After 42 Years
After 42 dedicated years at Korg USA, Allan Pearlman, district sales manager for the Northeast region, has retired.
Vater Percussion Endorsee Chad Smith Visits Hal Leonard to Celebrate New Distribution Deal
Drummer Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers recently visited the Hal Leonard corporate headquarters to kick off their distribution of Vater Percussion.
Going Pro...:Recording and live sound products are creating a synergy with instrument sales
MI retail and pro audio have been on a convergent course for several decades now.
To the Beat of Their Own Drum: Yamaha Celebrates a Half-Century of Pioneering Drumkits
50 years ago, the Yamaha Corporation began manufacturing acoustic drums and quickly became a major player in the category.
US STATS: Guitar & Bass Amplifier Sales in 2017
So let’s start with the “bad news”: only 30 per cent of the participants in this month’s dealer survey – sent out to over 500 MI retailers across…
‘Where Have all the Full-Stacks Gone...’ Guitar & Bass Amplifier Sales in 2017
So let’s start with the “bad news”: only 30 percent of the participants in this month’s dealer survey – sent out to over 500 MI retailers across the…
A True ‘Collaborative Alliance’
I’ve got something Donald Trump may never enjoy: vindication.
CHAUVET Professional Brightens This Year’s Glastonbury Festival
This year's Glastonbury Festival boasted performances from artists like The XX, Radiohead, and The Sleaford Mods, who all took the stage under the light from ten Maverick MK1 Hybrids…
Sweetwater's GearFest 2017 Draws Record Crowds and Sales
Sweetwater Sound has announced that GearFest 2017 was a bigger success than ever, breaking every record established by previous GearFest events.
Roland Partners with Carnival Cruises
Roland Corporation U.S. and Carnival Cruise Line have partnered to improve Carnival's entertainment options on the company's 25 ships.
Meeting de Paris Indoor Gets Illuminated by CHAUVET Professional
The Accor Hotel hosted the 2017 Meeting de Paris Indoor, a one-day track and field event with some of France’s top Olympic athletes, using CHAUVET Professional fixtures supplied by Algam.
ADG strikes Stone Deaf exclusive deal
Audio Distribution Group has added another range to its portfolio with exclusive distribution of Stone Deaf Pedals and Amplifiers.
Music & Arts Employee Ridenour Receives Emerging Training Leaders award
Music & Arts has announced that training manager Robin Ridenour was a recipient of the 2017 Emerging Training Leaders award from Training magazine.
Stop, Thief! – Online Tools Help Mitigate the Theft of Musical Instruments
The Hawaiian music duo Hapa has been the contemporary face of the islands’ traditional music culture for two decades.
Taking on Internet Competition for Small-Ticket Items: Band & Orchestra Accessory Sales in 2017
Reeds, drum sticks, clip-on tuners, stands, strings – these items and many more are essential to all active players of every ability level.
Prolight + Sound Shanghai Revs Up for 2017
Prolight + Sound Shanghai is revving up for its 2017 edition this October. About 90% of the exhibition space at the Shanghai New Expo Centre has been reserved thus…
Make Music Day takes shape
The UK is getting tuned up for Make Music Day, a Summer Solstice celebration, on the 21st June 2017 with major free music events planned throughout the country.
Claus Hessler Added to Promark by D’Addario Family
Promark by D’Addario has added drummer, clinician, and author Claus Hessler to their family of percussion artists.
Alfred Music Representatives Gather in Washington, D.C. for NAMM Advocacy Fly-In
Last month, Alfred Music representatives Ron Manus and Jennifer Paisley-Schuch joined other industry leaders, arts education activists, and musicians for the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Advocacy Fly-In.
2017 NAMM Advocacy Fly-In
In late May, nearly 100 music industry leaders, notable artists and arts education activists joined together to advocate for all school-aged children to have access to quality, comprehensive school…
Former TC exec joins Dynaudio
Danish speaker brand Dynaudio, has appointed former TC Group International export manager, Rune Jacobsen, as VP of sales.
Sweetwater Presents GearFest ’17
Sweetwater will present GearFest 2017, a celebration of musicians and the instruments and audio gear they use to make and record music, on Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June…
Yamaha Cares Exceeds $110,000 in Donations to Children’s Hospital of Orange County
In January, more than 10 Yamaha staff members and friends participated in the Southern California Half Marathon and 5K races to raise money for Type 1 juvenile diabetes research…
Avid Announces Various Innovations for NAB
Avid has announced a set of innovations for their Avid Media Center Platform, all of which will be showcased at NAB 2017.
Avid Announces Release of New Book
Avid has announced the release of their new book The Storyteller’s Dilemma: Overcoming the Challenge of the Digital Media Age, written by Avid chairman and chief executive officer,…
David Perrico Creates Signature Horn With Phaeton
Trumpeter David Perrico has introduced his new Las Vegas signature trumpet and flugelhorn from Phaeton. Perrico demonstrated the range and power of his signature horn on April 15…
SLM and Alvarez Announce Winner of $10,000 Custom Yairi Guitar
St. Louis Music and Alvarez Guitars have announced that David’s Guitar Loft of Webster Grove, Missouri, is the winner of a one-of-a-kind Alvarez Yairi guitar, valued at $10,000.