Knilling Expands U.S. Workshop
In the latest investment in one of its legacy brands, St. Louis Music has expanded, re-organized, and renovated their U.S. Knilling workshop, enabling accelerating production to meet rising demand while…
Waves Audio Appoints Vera as Spanish Latin America Sales Manager
Waves Audio has appointed Aquiles Vera as Spanish Latin America Sales Manager, further developing Waves’ live sound distribution channel. Vera began his career 25 years ago in TV as a film…
Guitar Center Celebrates Store Grand Opening in Augusta, Georgia
Guitar Center recently celebrated the opening of its latest retail location – a 10,000-square-foot facility in Augusta, Georgia (808 Cabela Drive). The grand opening took place on Thursday, November 14, 2019.…
A Show of Hands: Hand Percussion Sales in 2019
Hand percussion instruments: they’re relatively compact (usually), entry-level models are some of the most accessible instruments out there, the learning curve and gentle and forgiving, and whenever Santana has a…
‘People Don’t Seem to be Shopping or Buying:’ The Cymbal Market Struggles (for Many)
“Drums and cymbals are dead, and have been for a while,” declares Jason Struble of Muncie, Indiana’s Sight & Sound Music Center. “I often ask myself why I still carry…
Kanile'a Names Souza Director of Sales & Marketing
Kanile`a `Ukulele is proud to announce Kaimana Souza as its new Director of Sales & Marketing. This change in leadership is effective now. As the eldest child of company owners…
Audio-Technica Appoints Sales Rep Firm BP Marketing Group for Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Western Wisconsin
Audio-Technica has appointed the sales rep firm BP Marketing Group for the territory comprising Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and western Wisconsin, effective October 1. BP Marketing Group principals Steve Garber and…
Conn-Selmer Hosts ‘Grant Writing & Funding Strategies for Music Programs’ Workshop
On December 16 and 17, Conn-Selmer will host a workshop called “Grant Writing & Funding Strategies for Music Programs” to help educators learn about different fundraising strategies to benefit their…
Lauten Audio Names Thompson President of Sales & Marketing
The Lauten Audio family is pleased to welcome Trent Thompson to the role of President of Sales and Marketing. Thompson comes to Lauten Audio directly from Moog Music, where he…
Guitar Center Celebrates Grand Opening for New Store in Pensacola, Florida
Guitar Center has opened its latest retail location, a 9,600-square-foot facility in Pensacola, Florida located at 6927 N. 9th Avenue. The grand opening took place on Thursday, September 5, 2019,…
The 2020 NAMM Show to Present Retail Innovations and Best-in-Class Financial Trainings at Pre-Show Summits
At the 2020 NAMM Show, NAMM retail members seeking the latest in future-focused retail and financial strategies are invited to attend one of two day-long, interactive Summits that will explore…
Mattin Joins ADJ UK's Sales Team
ADJ is pleased to announce the expansion of its UK-based sales team with the recruitment of Ryan Mattin who will serve as ADJ UK’s new southern sales rep. ADJ is…