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Current Issue: May 2008

Inventory Matters
Alto Music competes on price, service and inventory — lots of inventory — in the challenging combo market

Also in this issue:
The Source, Music Inc.’s annual, award-winning guide to manufacturers and distributors; Dan Daley weighs in on print music’s role in the digital age; Supinie to lead Senseney Music; Long & McQuade’s print division supports new teachers; Hal Leonard acquires De Haske; Gibson sues Activison, Wal-Mart; Friedman’s final words on securing credit; Gamber discusses leveraging print music and lessons; Eschliman reexamines his supplier relations; and more.

 

MAY 7 I DON JOHNSON I TRIBUTE
Don Johnson: 1949–2008
Don Johnson, the editor of Musical Merchandise Review (MMR), passed away on May 1 following a protracted battle with cancer. He was 59 years old. Johnson had served as the editor of MMR for the past 25 years, guiding the publication from old-school trade journalism into the digital age. During his time at MMR, he developed a reputation as a thoughtful writer and editor who covered the musical products industry from all angles. {more}
APRIL 25 I NAMM I INTERNATIONAL
NAMM Forms International
Branch in the U.K.
NAMM has formed NAMM International, a new branch of the association that will serve the needs of members abroad, which now make up 23 percent of NAMM’s overall membership base. Betty Heywood, NAMM’s director of international affairs, will oversee NAMM’s U.K. location starting in the late summer. {more}

APRIL 15 I HOLZE MUSIC I CLOSINGS
Comptroller’s Office Closes Holze Music’s Stores

APRIL 10 I TC GROUP, GIBSON I PARTNERSHIPS
TC Group, Gibson Discontinue Merger Talks

APRIL 9 I D&M HOLDINGS, ALLEN & HEATH I ACQUISITION
Allen & Heath Acquired by D&M

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