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October 20, 2025 I Event
Pearl River’s Global Piano Competition Announces Winners, New Format
The 42nd annual event continued to foster young musical talent worldwide with a new format, a distinguished advisory council and hundreds of regional stages culminating in the International Grand Final in Xiamen, China.
October 20, 2025 I Philanthropy
NAMM Opens Applications for 2026 Best Communities for Music Education
Now in its 27th year, the NAMM Foundation program recognizes school districts and individual schools for their support and commitment to music education, as well as their efforts to ensure access to music for all students as part of a well-rounded education.
October 20, 2025 I Event
Roland, DW’s OxtoberFest Event 2025 Brings 20-Plus New Product Previews
The three-day event welcomed drum retailers from across the world to the annual event, which featured a mix of new product previews, interactive roundtables and live performances.
October 15, 2025 I Appointments
Gretsch Drums Announces Leadership Transition at U.S. Production Facility
After more than 25 years of shaping the sound and reputation of Gretsch’s USA-made drums, longtime production leader Paul Cooper is passing the baton to his successor, Josh Safer.
October 14, 2025 I Appointments
Reverb Names Ben Stahl CEO
Stahl’s appointment follows his leadership roles at community-driven creator platforms SoundCloud and Vimeo.
October 13, 2025 I Event
Martin Guitar Hosts 1st Sustainability Summit
The daylong event brought together more than 100 artists, industry leaders, educators, and sustainability advocates to explore real-world solutions at the intersection of music and environmental responsibility.
October 13, 2025 I Philanthropy
DR Strings, Fodera Guitars Partner with Pink Aid
DR Strings will donate the proceeds from every set of Neon Pink guitar strings sold during October to Pink Aid, while Fodera has created and donated a one-of-a-kind custom pink bass guitar with proceeds from its sale benefiting Pink Aid.
October 13, 2025 I Appointments
Jordan Kitt’s Music Adds to Sales Team
The two new employees have joined the Fairfax, Virigina, and Rockville, Maryland, showroom sales teams.
