Music Inc Magazine

Gibson Opening Retail Store in Nashville

Called Gibson Garage, the 8,000-square-foot shop opens to the public June 9.

The industry vet has over 25 years of experiences in sales, marketing and product development in the MI and pro-audio industries.

The company has added the Vertex, Red Panda and Hotone brands.

The 501(c)3 nonprofit supporting music education would like to provide up to 24 Kala Waterman ukes free-of-charge.

The piano and B&O retailer was founded in 1921 and is now run by the third and fourth generations of the Averwater family.

Stirm said she is planning on re-branding and remodeling the storefront following the 2020 exit of former co-owner Mike Faltin.

Hosa will distribute a range of Gruv Gear’s products including its bags, cases, string dampeners, and padded guitar and bass straps.

Steve Rorie is the president and new owner of the 102-year-old mouthpiece manufacturer.