Marsha Orwig serves as the dynamic and tech-savvy CIO of Quinlan & Fabish Music in Illinois, a renowned and respected chain of music stores she first joined as an eager intern back in...
Daniel Jobe’s passion for music is deeply rooted in his family. His father and uncle played in a lively Bluegrass band, and Daniel fondly remembers watching his father direct music at the...
Linden Lantz has been immersed in music for as long as he can remember—after all, his parents met while playing saxophone together in their school band. Inspired by their love of music, L...
Perry Ditch enjoyed a rich and deeply rewarding 27-year career as a high school band director, during which he inspired generations of students through his passionate commitment to music ...
Shawna Rood fondly recalls the pride she felt watching her grandfather conduct a U.S. military band, a prestigious role he held for many years. Her father, also a professional musician, b...
Ana Dobrian has always thrived in the vibrant, electric energy of live music. Growing up in New Jersey, she was deeply embedded in the punk and hard rock scenes, spending countless nights...
Kurt Killon’s lifelong passion for music began with childhood piano lessons, sparking a deep love not only for performing but also for inspiring others to become musicians. He spent a dec...
Colleen Merman was just eleven years old when she began helping her grandfather, Ed Cranley — then president of Willis Music — by hand-stitching music method books, likely including class...
Holly Vallandingham, along with her husband Richie, proudly owns and operates Ada Music Center in Oklahoma, a vibrant, community-centered music store with a rich history dating back to 19...
Fred Schiff proudly carries on the legacy of his parents, Mel and Sally Schiff, who opened a small, service-oriented music store in Tamarac, Florida, in 1976. Focused on band and orchestr...
David Rhodes was mentored by Wade Fuller, a lifelong musician whose family legacy is deeply woven into the fabric of Fuller’s Music, a beloved store originally founded by Wade’s grandfath...
Derek Wright is a dedicated co-owner of Houghton Horns, a renowned music store in Keller, Texas, originally founded in 1985 by Dennis and Karen Houghton with a strong emphasis on expert l...
Michele Elefante was in junior high school when her father, Al, a passionate musician and skilled repairman, fulfilled his dream of opening a family-run music store. From the start, Miche...
Kevin Damm has held a deep passion for music for as long as he can remember. Inspired by his older brother’s band, he joined in on drums alongside his younger brother, igniting a lifelong...
Kimberly Deverell studied music education in college and quickly found herself drawn into the dynamic world of music retail, landing a job that led to her first NAMM Show—a transformative...
Chris Trombley found his footing in music education by stepping in as a substitute band director, a pivotal experience that sparked a lifelong commitment to empowering student musicians. ...
Eric Matzat, like his siblings, was introduced to music through piano lessons at a young age, but it was the saxophone that truly captured his heart. His love for the instrument carried h...
Matt Lisle grew up surrounded by the resonant sounds of music in South Texas, where his father was a devoted orchestra teacher. Alongside his sister, Matt performed regularly at church, n...
Rob Garofala has been a devoted gearhead since childhood, a label he wears proudly. A drummer, guitarist, and recording engineer, Rob’s multifaceted background made him a natural fit for ...
The music industry is a vibrant, ever-evolving ecosystem made up of passionate individuals who are building meaningful, sustainable careers. Far more than just a platform for performers a...
Peggy Duquesnel Malbon began writing songs at age 12 and has carried that creative spirit throughout her life. A gifted pianist, composer, and performer, Peggy has shared her music with a...
Mark Malbon enjoyed a distinguished career as a financial executive before entering the music products industry in 1993. As Audit Partner at Deloitte & Touche, he was a forward-thinki...
Jeff Schermer proudly advocates for music and often tells young students to focus on their passion and don’t let anyone tell you to give us, follow your musical dreams. Jeff’s love of mus...
Ray Zigler has a simple but powerful motto that has guided his pioneering career in professional lighting: always say “yes.” He launched his career with the iconic Ice Capades in the 1980...
Tim Kletti is a passionate music maker who has played guitar in dynamic rock bands most of his life. He has found his dream day job as Vice President of Music Go Round while still playing...
Stéphane Wrembel was born and raised not far from where the legendary guitarist Django Reinhardt once lived. He feels this proximity played a significant part in his profound connection w...
Fiona Taylor was immersed in classical music from a young age, often attending concerts with her mother and eventually channeling her creative energy into dance. She toured internationall...
Ankit Yogi fondly recalls that his musically inclined grandfather inspired him to play the drums at an early age. His grandfather, affectionately known in the music industry as Mr.
Larry Wines grew up in Hawaii, where being the only Caucasian student in his class gave him a unique, immersive exposure to diverse cultures. He learned traditional dances and folk songs ...
Paul Wiffen was on tour with Michael Jackson in England when word spread that Princess Diana might attend the show. Concerned about offending her, Michael asked Paul to inform the crew th...
