The 2027 NAMM Show: a conversation with John Mlynczak
NAMM President and CEO John Mlynczak discusses the 2027 NAMM Show, industry connections, attendee experiences and international participation.
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NAMM NeXT Unites Music Products Industry With Overwhelming Successful Inaugural Event
NAMM announced the conclusion of NAMM NeXT, a two-day summit with the goal to supply the music industry with insights and analysis for the future of business.
The NAMM Foundation Welcomes Ron Manus to the Board of Directors
The NAMM Foundation is honored to welcome Ron Manus to the organization’s board of directors in the role of Secretary-Treasurer.
Music Industry Unites to Protect the Rights of Musicians amid the Growth of Generative AI Technology
More than fifty prominent music companies, associations, and institutions globally have added their support to the "Principles for Music Creation with AI."
Fender Returns to NAMM Show in 2025
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announced on June 25 that the company will be exhibiting at the NAMM Show in Anaheim this coming January -- the first return to the…
NAMM Foundation, JBL Light up Empire State Building
From May 17–19, the annual JBL Fest returned to New York City where part of the festivities included lighting the city’s famed Empire State Building in “JBL orange” — which…
Make Music Day Rings in the Summer with a Worldwide Celebration of Music
Make Music Day, the worldwide festival of making music held annually on the summer solstice, today announced the return of its vast program with over 5,000 live, free music-making events…
The Legacy We Leave Behind – Mary Luehrsen
At this point, no doubt, we have all returned and survived The NAMM Show, and most folks realize that they are truly glad they went.
NAMM Names AJ Zane New Director of Technology
NAMM has announced that AJ Zane has been appointed director of technology.
2024 NAMM Show: ‘We’re on the Right Path’
“I felt like this Show, more than probably any Show I’ve ever attended, set the tone for the industry,” says NAMM president and CEO John Mlynczak of the recent NAMM…
Upfront Q&A: NAMM President & CEO John Mlynczak
Just a week after the 2024 NAMM Show's triumphant return to Anaheim, we spoke with NAMM president & CEO John Mlynczak to get his thoughts on the first such industry…
NAMM Show 2024 Creates Global Platform to Accelerate the Future of the Music Industry
From January 25-28, NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, gathered the music industry at The 2024 NAMM Show for an exhilarating week that…
NAMM Announces Eight New Board Members
The annual meeting of members convened on the first day of The NAMM Show, the largest global gathering of the music industry, and officially NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants)…
NAMM Show 'Industry Insights' Sets the Stage for the Future of the World's Largest Global Gathering of the Music Industry
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, officially opened The NAMM Show on Thursday, January 25 with an “Industry Insights” address from NAMM president and…
NAMM Show Announces Mark Ronson as Featured Guest at Industry Insights Address
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, will officially open The NAMM Show with an Industry Insights address from NAMM President and CEO John Mlynczak to thousands…
The NAMM Foundation Launches Search for Next Executive Director
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, has announced a search for its next NAMM Foundation Executive Director to help fulfill its mission of strengthening…
Wu-Tang Clan Mastermind RZA to Receive 2024 NAMM Innovation Award at the Prestigious TEC Awards
Revered producer and the mastermind behind the influential hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan, RZA (Robert Diggs) will be presented with the TEC Innovation Award at The NAMM Show’s 2024 TEC Awards…
It's Time! World's Largest Gathering of Music Industry Leaders Opens its Doors for the 2024 Show
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, will kick-off its 2024 platform of events beginning with The NAMM Show, January 25-28 in Anaheim,…
NAMM Delegation Advocates for Equity and Access to Music and Arts Education
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, and 85 music business leaders and professionals from 41 states will arrive on Capitol Hill November…
NAMM Goodwill Tour
NAMM president & CEO John Mlynczak continues his international goodwill tour with several crucial global music organizations and leaders who have a vision for the future as they prepare to…
NAMM Partners with She Rocks to Expand the 2024 Event
The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN) is excited to announce a new official partnership with NAMM (the National Association of Music Merchants) as the presenting sponsor of the 2024…
NAMM Announces the Creation of Member Services
In August, NAMM, the world’s largest not-for-profit music trade organization representing the $17 billion music industry, introduced Member Services, a strategic initiative to elevate the value and benefits all NAMM…
Succeed by Going Above and Beyond
This issue of MMR – much like many August (sometimes July!) editions in my tenure with the magazine – focuses on the relationship between MI retailers and suppliers with area…
The Real ‘Influencers’: Tapping Into the Purchasing Power of Music Educators
Surely all readers of MMR – reps for MI brands, individual retailers, administrators – recognize that young and new music students are a key engine driving our industry.
The NAMM Foundation Elects Victor Wooten to Board of Directors
The NAMM Foundation is honored to welcome legendary bassist, educator and author Victor Wooten to its board of directors.
NAMM Announces New Leadership for Executive Committee
The NAMM board of directors has elected a new executive committee to continue the organization’s legacy of service to NAMM members and the industry at large.
NAMM Launches Top 100 Dealer Awards
NAMM’s retail members are now welcome to submit their successful ideas, new innovations and best practices for the annual Top 100 Dealer Awards.
NAMM What's Next Webinar: June 27
NAMM is the pre-eminent musical products association in the world and in addition to the annual Trade Show, offers a wealth of educational programs and services for its members.
Changing of the Guard
In my first year working for MMR, the big buzz at my inaugural NAMM Show trip was still about “the new guy,” Joe Lamond, who had stepped into the role…
’NAMM’s Job is to Serve the Industry’ - NAMM CEO and President John Mlynczak
In February of 2023, after a year-long search, NAMM’s Executive Committee and CEO Search Committee announced music education advocate and MI vet John Mlynczak as the new president and CEO…
NAMM President & CEO John Mlynczak
In the June 20223 issue, MMR profiles longtime music eduation advocate and MI industry vet John Mlynczak as he begins his new role as incoming NAMM president and CEO.
John Mlynczak Named President and CEO of The National Association of Music Merchants
After a comprehensive year-long search, The NAMM Executive Committee and CEO Search Committee is pleased to announce industry veteran and music education advocate John Mlynczak as the next President and…
Eric Jimenez Joins Hal Leonard Team
Hal Leonard is excited to announce that Eric Jiminez has joined their education team as Account Manager - Education Technology.
Hal Leonard Offers World’s Largest Interactive Performance Assessment Library with SoundCheck Performance Assessment
Hal Leonard has released a massive expansion of their SoundCheck™ library, now offering over 82,000 interactive titles for performance assessment and composition.
Noteflight’s Community Serves Over 7 Million Members
Noteflight, a Hal Leonard company and the world’s first and largest online music notation software community, now serves over 7 million users!
SoundCheck Performance Assessment Now Included with Essential Elements
Hal Leonard has announced that this fall, SoundCheck™ will be included in Essential Elements Interactive at no additional charge to students using Essential Elements method books.
Hal Leonard Announces Free Virtual Music Education Summit: Looking FORWARD to 2021-2022
Hal Leonard has announced a free Virtual Music Education Summit on July 29-30, 2021, to support music educators returning to the classroom in the fall.
Hal Leonard Promotes Mlynczak to Vice President, Music Education & Technology
Hal Leonard has announced that John Mlynczak has been promoted to Vice President of Music Education & Technology.
Hal Leonard Hosts Artist Virtual Sessions at Believe in Music Week
Mel Brooks, Steve Vai, Eric Whitacre, Randall Faber, Jake Shimabukuro, Elise Ecklund, Chris Johnson, Greg Koch and others will be featured in special sessions hosted by Hal Leonard from January 18 to…