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May 17th, 2012
 Metalworks Institute, Canada’s Elite Entertainment Arts School, is presenting KEYS, the Competition for Canadian High School Keyboard Players.
The competition winner will receive a full tuition scholarship to Metalworks Institute’s two-year Music Performance and Technology program (Keyboard Major), which has a value of $38,900. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 14th, 2012
 CMT regretfully announces the passing of Michael Golden, VP at Erikson Music, on May 11, 2012. Golden was a a well-respected member of the Canadian MI industry and will be greatly missed. Funeral arrangements are as follows. In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the West Island Palliative Care, 514-693-1718, to Nova West Island, 514-695-8335, or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 514-255-5151.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.
Location: Paperman & Sons Shiva: Private Shiva. Please call Paperman & Sons for address.
Shiva Details: Shiva at his mother’s home, from 2 p.m. To 4 p.m. And 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. daily
Cemetery: Lakeview Memorial Gardens
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April 25th, 2012
 On April 20, 2012, Warren Price, Founder and Owner of the Mother’s Music chain of music stores, passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by family at the age of 70 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Price leaves behind his immediate family, Lloy, his daughter Laurie, daughter Ginger and her husband Al, and four grandchildren Brittini, Olivia, Jason, and Cole. Read the rest of this entry »
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April 5th, 2012
 In the fall of 2009, the Schmidt Piano And Organ Service was contacted by Jack Layton, then Leader of the National Democratic Party (NDP), who was seeking to have the family organ restored. During the 1800s, the Layton family was involved in the piano and organ business, distributing and manufacturing pianos and pump or reed organs in and around Montreal. The organ, called The Symphony, was manufactured by the Thomas Organ Company in Woodstock, ON and sold by the Layton Brothers Piano and Organ Showrooms in Montreal. Read the rest of this entry »
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April 3rd, 2012
 PAG Canada will be hosting a Live For Sound Demo on April 11, 2012 at the Meadowvale Theatre in Mississauga, ON. Attendees will be offered comprehensive look at the live and installation audio products from ElectroVoice. Light snacks will be provided.
Details:
Wednesday April 11, 2012
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Meadowvale Theatre
6315 Montevideo Dr., Mississauga, ON
To register, visit: www.pagcanada.com
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March 15th, 2012
 The Music Industries Association of Canada (MIAC) has announced that it is now accepting entries for its second Annual “MEA Awards” which will take place on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at the MIAC Show. Now in its second year, this program recognizes institutional excellence, individual achievements, and contributions to the Canadian music products market and music making.
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March 9th, 2012
 New York — The Associated Press
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. have announced it has filed papers Thursday for a $200-million (U.S.) initial public offering.
Founded in 1946 by Leo Fender, the company created the Telecaster and Stratocaster guitars in the 1950s.
“The Fender brand in particular is closely associated with the birth of rock `n roll and has a strong legacy in music and in popular culture,” the company said in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Read the rest of this entry »
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March 5th, 2012
 It is with heavy heart that we at Canadian Music Trade announce the passing of Steve Kirman, President and Founder of the Steve’s Music chain of music stores. Kirman died on Saturday, March 3, 2012.
Kirman opened the first Steve’s Music 47 years ago in Montreal in 1965 when he was 19 years old. That store, located at 51 Rue St-Antoine Ouest, remains a landmark in the city, serving a significant segment of its music community. Throughout the years, Steve’s Music opened two additional locations in Toronto and Ottawa.
A funeral service for Kirman will take place at Montreal’s Paperman & Sons (3888 Jean Talon St. W.) on Tuesday, March 6th at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva to be announced.
CMT extends sympathy to Kirman’s family, friends, and colleagues during this time of mourning.
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March 1st, 2012
 Fender Musical Instruments Corporation’s (FMIC) executives and employees officially commemorated the grand opening of the company’s new corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, AZ, on February 14. The new 110,000 sq. ft. building replaces the company’s previous corporate location. Pictured is L-R: FMIC CLO, Mark Van Vleet; FMIC CFO, Jim Broenen; Scottsdale Mayor, W.J. “Jim” Lane; FMIC CEO, Larry Thomas; Scottsdale Chamber Ambassador, Kevin Wilson; Scottsdale Chamber Ambassador, Barbara Allyn; Scottsdale Chamber Ambassador, Henry Shweiri; Patrick Hanley & Scottsdale Chamber Ambassador, William Bennett.
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January 30th, 2012
 NAMM has announced the final registration and exhibitor numbers for its 2012 trade show in Anaheim, running this year from January 19-22. At show close, NAMM reported 95,709 registered attendees, a 6 per cent increase from last year and representing a new record for the 110-year-old show. International registration also experienced a 15 per cent increase from last year to 11,981. The association previously reported strong exhibitor numbers, with 1,441 exhibitors at this year’s show, including 236 new exhibitors. Read the rest of this entry »
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Metalworks Institute, Canada’s Elite Entertainment Arts School, is presenting KEYS, the Competition for Canadian High School Keyboard Players.
