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June 09, 2023 I Technology

Music Shop 360 Releases Online School Rentals Kit

The new Online School Rental module gives retailers the tools they need to service school rentals that can be customized to each individual school or district in their area.

June 09, 2023 I Philanthropy

D’Addario Foundation Awards 10 College Scholarships

​The 10 scholarship recipients participated in one of the foundation’s grantee-organization, community-based music program.

June 05, 2023 I Anniversary

Gretsch Releases ‘Round Badge Stories’ Documentary

Gretsch Drums has premiered the documentary film as part of its 140th anniversary celebration.

June 01, 2023 I Event

Pearl River Hosts Premio Paganini Violin Competition

On April 25, the Kayserburg Concert Hall in Guangzhou, China, served as the launch point for the pre-selection round of the 57th Premio Paganini International Violin Competition.

May 31, 2023 I Supply

Theo Wanne HQ Burglarized, Offers Reward for Stolen Horns

Theo Wanne’s headquarters in Bellingham, Washington, were burglarized last week and the company lost a number of rare and vintage saxophones from Wanne’s collection. A reward has been offered by Theo Wanne for anyone who helps the company successfully recover one of its horns.

May 30, 2023 I Appointments

Hal Leonard’s CEO Transitions to Executive Board Member Role

After 23 years as president, COO and CEO, Larry Morton is transitioning to the newly-created position of executive board member of Hal Leonard and will be working closely with his fellow shareholders at Seidler Equity Partners.

May 26, 2023 I Appointments

Hoshino Names Holdgate VP of Sales

Holdgate has worked as an independent regional sales contractor for the company for more than 25 years, overseeing eight western U.S. states, including California. During his tenure at Hoshino, Holdgate has earned the “Rep of the Year” award eight times.

May 26, 2023 I Philanthropy

D’Addario Foundation Awards $221K in Grants

The 96 music education programs that received grants span across 26 U.S. states and four countries. In total, an estimated 140,000 children will receive high-quality instruction and instruments as a result of these grants.