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December 04, 2020 I Philanthropy
ESP Guitars, Metallica Raise Over $47,000 for Charity
During Metallica’s first-ever worldwide livestream concert, ESP auctioned off two donated, signed guitars to support the band’s charity.
December 02, 2020 I Obituary
In Memoriam: Bernice Ash, Sam Ash Music
Bernice Ash, wife of former chairman of Sam Ash Music, Jerry Ash, has passed away. She was 90.
November 30, 2020 I Pandemic Stories
MI Industry Grapples with Product Shortages as Holiday Season Kicks Off
Dealers are already running low holiday best-sellers, while others stocked up heading into the busy selling season.
November 30, 2020 I Retail
Sweetwater Sees 54% Increase in Black Friday Weekend Sales
Despite lower in-store turnout, Sweetwater saw 2 million online shoppers.
November 30, 2020 I Appointments
Focusrite Reinforces Long-Term Plan with 2 Additions to Professional Division
Company promotes personnel in its client-facing Focusrite Pro team to help provide both technical guidance and recommended sales solutions for clients working in post-production, immersive audio and education.
November 25, 2020 I Obituary
In Memorium: Scott Summerhays, Summerhays Music
Scott Summerhays, the president and CEO of Summerhays Music in Salt Lake City, passed away on Nov. 22 following a long-term illness that he battled privately. He was 55.
November 23, 2020 I Distribution
Hal Leonard Expands MI Products Distribution Division
This comes as the company plans for even more expansion that includes website updates, branding, new product categories, more lines and staff expansion.
November 20, 2020 I Appointments
Kawai Names Takanori Aoki President for North America
The North American subsidiaries of global piano manufacturer Kawai Musical Instruments announced the appointment of Takanori Aoki as president effective November 1, 2020.