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Last year, MMR highlighted some of the oldest musical instrument suppliers in the country, noting the history of the brands which have passed the 100-year mark. This year, MMR is…
Just as last May found us recognizing suppliers of musical instruments who have weathered changes in the market and popular culture, as well as personal challenges, in order to make…
NAMM has announced the list of music product retailers to be recognized at The Top 100 Dealer Awards. The annual awards show recognizes the industry’s outstanding music retailers who demonstrate exceptional commitment…
MIA favourites Andertons and Millers Music have made this year's NAMM Top 100 dealers list. The two are the only UK representatives on the list, which only features stores from…
Guitar Parlour in Lincoln has been hit by thieves who stole a number of guitars. The incident is believed to have happened in the early hours of 24th April, where…
Music & Arts has announced the opening of their Colorado Springs, Colorado location. This new location is part of the company's 65th anniversary celebration, which will include additional new store…
Focusrite has appointed Richard Johnstone as sales and marketing manager for the UK. Johnstone joins from Propellerhead where he was partner marketing manager for UK, Benelux and Germany, and has…
This July, Retail Boot Camp will return to the 2017 Summer NAMM Show in Nashville at Music City Center. On July 12, Retail Boot Camp will feature a one-day intensive…
Music & Arts has teamed up with different music publishers to create a new program of piano workshops this year, which run from May to September 2017. All the workshops are…
Phil Jones Bass/Pure Sound (PJB) has announced the appointment of Rick Carlson to the position of director of Sales and Marketing. Carlson will oversee the management and expansion of the…
Galaxy Audio has named Nisewonger AV of Lawrenceville, Georgia their dealer of 2016. Nisewonger AV has used many Galaxy products when installing sound systems in elementary, middle, and high schools,…
After six years of proving to be an integral part of Korg USA’s sales team, Inside Sales Rep, John Passarelli, was recently promoted to Canadian sales manager. John’s new role…
