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August 17, 2023 I Appointments

KMC Music Announces New Leadership

James Tsaptsinos has been named general manager and VP at Jam US Music Group, while Terri Shaw and Derik Deibler have also taken over new roles.

August 16, 2023 I Appointments

Industry Veteran Mark Terry to Retire

Terry will retire from his role as JAM US Music Group CEO and KMC Music president on September 30.

August 16, 2023 I Distribution

Audient Names Korg USA Exclusive U.S. Distributor

The new distribution agreement goes into effect on September 1.

August 14, 2023 I Distribution

Alfred Music to Exclusively Distribute Tyler S. Grant Music Works

The agreements, which are effective now, are twofold. First, the Tyler S. Grant Music Works catalog will be exclusively distributed by Alfred Music in both print and digital forms, and the Tyler S. Grant Music Works catalog will also be exclusively available for interactive practice on MakeMusic Cloud.

August 14, 2023 I Award

S.E. Shires Recognized for Cleaner Manufacturing

S.E. Shires has been celebrated for its cleaner manufacturing initiatives through a series of grants and state-wide acclaim in Massachusetts.

August 14, 2023 I Appointments

Fort Bend Music Center Names New General Manager

Formerly with Yamaha Corp. of America, Michael Brumit will oversee operations of Fort Bend Music Center’s stores in Stafford, Houston and San Antonio, Texas.

August 11, 2023 I Distribution

Rousseau Mouthpieces Names St. Louis Music Exclusive U.S. Distributor

The distribution arrangement is effective now and includes all E.Rousseau brand products.

August 09, 2023 I Acquisition

Avid Enters into Definitive Agreement to Be Acquired for $1.4B

The company is set to be acquired by an affiliate of STG in an all-cash transaction, valuing Avid at approximately $1.4 billion.