News
August 04, 2023 I Appointments
Martin Guitars CEO Thomas Ripsam Joins Company Board
Ripsam has been serving as the company’s president and CEO since June 14, 2021.
August 04, 2023 I Partnership, Supply
Mission Engineering, Fender Announce Return of Sunn Amplifiers
The revived Sunn product line will feature historic reproductions of classic Sunn designs, as well as introduce new products that incorporate modern technology. Products will be available for purchase globally late 2023.
August 02, 2023 I Acquisition, Opening
Roxy Music Changes Ownership
Ken and Heidi Grace purchased the 84-year-old La Porte, Indiana-based dealership from the Kabelin Hardware Company.
August 02, 2023 I Acquisition
Senseney Music Announces Sale to Palen Music Center
The sale is expected to be completed by November 1.
July 28, 2023 I Event
Music School Arize Beyond Hosts Grand Opening
The new Waukegan, Illinois-based school of music held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 24.
July 28, 2023 I Event, Philanthropy
NAMM’s Museum of Making Music Hosts Benefit Concert with Graham Nash
The sold-out “Concert for a Cause” benefit was held on July 18 and raised more than $195,000 in support of the museum’s educational outreach programs.
July 28, 2023 I Philanthropy
Pearl Awards ‘Musicians Making A Difference’ Scholarship
The scholarship provides two $5,000 scholarships to high school musicians who have demonstrated the ability to impact positive change in their community.
July 28, 2023 I Event
Percussion Marketing Council Hosts ‘Drum Lesson with a Pro’
The PMC’s annual contest, held during May’s International Drum Month, works to engage young drummers in the art of playing drums, while driving traffic to local drum retailers.
