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October 06, 2020 I Philanthropy
Keep Music Alive Celebrates Kids Music Day
Kids Music Day, which took place on October 2, included live-streamed performances, free online lessons, virtual instrument petting zoos, online instrument clinics and Kids Music Day sales on select instruments, accessories and lesson programs.
October 02, 2020 I Obituary
Industry Veteran Rebecca Apodaca Has Died
Throughout the music industry, Apodaca was known for her skills as an appraiser of musical instruments, as well as for being a pioneering female band instrument repair technician.
October 01, 2020 I Operations
Riversong Guitars Moves To New Location
The new building is a bright open shop designed with lean principles and an eye to boutique-style guitar building.
September 30, 2020 I Supply
The Music People Named a Top Workplace by Hartford Courant
The Music People previously received the designation in 2011, 2013 and 2018.
September 25, 2020 I Operations
PMC, PAS Salute Percussion Magazine Publishing Vets
The Percussion Marketing Council and Percussive Arts Society have posted a web page thanking Kevin Kerns, former vice president at Modern Drummer, and Bob Berenson, former advertising manager at Modern Drummer.
September 24, 2020 I Management
Audio-Technica U.S. President, CEO Phil Cajka Announces Retirement
Effective August 1, 2020, Manabu Aoki, who previously held the position of Audio-Technica Japan general manager, international division, became the new A-T U.S. CEO.
September 23, 2020 I Distribution
Gig Gear Grows Distribution to Singapore with Loud Technologies Asia
The strategic partnership continues Gig Gear’s initiative to grow its footprint worldwide.
September 22, 2020 I Coronavirus, Event
Midwest Clinic Goes Virtual
The previously canceled international band and orchestra conference will now be held virtually December 16 to 18.