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In Memoriam: Kurt Witt

With great sadness, Music & Arts announced the sudden passing of director of merchandising Kurt Witt. A beloved member of the Music & Arts family since 2010, Kurt leaves behind his wife Jennifer (a Music & Arts Marketing Associate) and th...

Fender Teams With Kyser on New Capo Line

Kyser Musical Products Inc. announced a collaboration with Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC)  to launch its new series of “Classic Colors” Quick-Change Electric Guitar Capos.  The capos feature Kyser’s precision ColorMatch Process along with a ...
MI Instruments, Amazon MI Sales Increase

Data Center: Amazon MI Sales Trends During the Pandemic

As the Music & Sound Retailer has detailed often, the COVID-19 pandemic lifted sales of certain MI products, while others saw a precipitous decline due to a lack of in-person schooling or live events. Pattern Data did a deep dive into online sale...

Sweetwater Opens Megastore

Sweetwater announced the grand opening of its new megastore. The retail space, which boasts over 44,000 square feet, offers the ultimate experience for music fans and artists alike. Featuring Sweetwater-exclusive items, a state-of-the-art recording s...
Gator and Levy's support LGBTQ+ organizations

Gator Launches Donation Campaign to Support LGBTQ+ Communities

To raise awareness and support LGBTQ+ communities, Gator and Levy’s are spotlighting organizations with missions to educate and advocate for LGBTQ+ causes. Gator and Levy's stand for equality, inclusion and celebrating diversity. To further suppor...
Casio CT-S200BK

Casio Makes CT-S200 Donation for Make Music Day

Casio America Inc. donated 25 Casiotone CT-S200 Portable Keyboards in support of Make Music Day, a festival of music celebrated each year on June 21 in more than 120 countries and across the United States. The "anytime, anywhere" use of Casio's compa...

In Memoriam: KORG USA’s Tom Imparato

KORG USA (KUSA) shared the news of the passing of a true legend, Tom Imparato, KUSA’s national service and facilities manager.  With more than 40 years of service to KUSA, Tom was a pioneer and innovator in our industry establishing a network of more...