News
September 19, 2022 I Technology
AEDP Study Finds Millions of U.S. Students Still Denied Access to Music Ed
The new AEDP report revealed that, while 92 percent of students in U.S. public schools have access to music education in school, some 3,609,698 students don’t have that same opportunity.
September 19, 2022 I Retail
Guitar Center, Southwest Surprise Passengers with Ukes
Passengers aboard a Southwest Airlines flight from Long Beach, California, to Honolulu were surprised with Mitchell Ukuleles and an in-flight ukulele lesson taught by Guitar Center instructors.
September 19, 2022 I Retail
Island Music Co. Partners with Tattoo Shop to Recognize City
The music retailer teamed with fellow La Plata-based business, Shop 53 Custom Tattoo and Art Studio, to recognize its city as Maryland’s first Bird City.
September 19, 2022 I Event
Donner Electric Guitars Featured in Private Policy NYFW Show
The DST-400 Seeker Series Electric Guitars and the DST-152 Seeker Series Electric Guitars were both featured in the brand’s NYFW “Peace and Love” themed runway show, which was held on Sept. 10.
September 13, 2022 I Event
Music China Moves to Nanjing, November 2022 Timeslot
Originally scheduled to take place in late October, the event will now be held November 17–20 at the Nanjing International Expo Center.
September 12, 2022 I Acquisition
Roland Acquires Drum Workshop
The acquisition combines an acoustic drum and electronic drum company to focus on delivering new innovation for drummers; Drum Workshop will operate as a standalone unit with pioneering founders retaining leadership positions.
September 08, 2022 I Appointments
NAMM, Russell Reynolds Release Specifications for Next NAMM President, CEO
In anticipation of the retirement of Joe Lamond, NAMM’s current president and CEO, and to offer the global industry association continued stability, the NAMM Executive Committee and executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates have released the position specifications for the association’s next CEO.
September 07, 2022 I Opening
Roland Store Opens in London
According to the company, the latest Roland Store in London is part of an ongoing global mission to support musicians via creative, engaging and personalized retail experiences.
