The National Association of Music Merchants’ (NAMM) is hosting a “Public Day” at this years Summer NAMM, the annual musical instruments and products trade show taking place inNashville,Tenn.
The typically trade-only show will open its doors to the public on Saturday, July 14, featuring special events geared towards music enthusiasts, including new music product and technology demonstrations, interactive musician workshops, and live musical performances.
“Summer NAMM highlights the newest musical instruments and state-of-the-art music-making technologies while featuring instruments that visitors can drum and strum, along with pianos, DJ gear, ukuleles, lighting and sound equipment and everything in between”.
Tickets cost $10 in advance until to June 28, after which the price will be $15.
The full Summer NAMM show will run from July 12-14 at theNashvilleConvention Center, with over 10,000 music industry professionals from over 20 countries expected to attend.
If you happen to be in the Nashville Area, or have the means to travel, this is definitely an event worth attending. For those who can’t make it, stay tuned for Axvault’s ongoing coverage of the show beginning on Wednesday July 12th. We’ll be bringing you the latest from the show floor, as well as exclusive interviews from some of the biggest and most innovative people in the industry.
Check out NAMM’s website for more information:
Also have a look at the show’s itinerary with additional links for individual events.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 11
6:30 p.m. / “A Celebration of Music”/ Events on Third (in Printer’s Alley)
Two Old Hippies, Bedell Guitars, The Music Trades and NAMM present John Oates, Gary Morris, Drake White and The Little Kids Rock student band. The free party features live music, a silent auction benefitting Little Kids Rock and food. http://rocknandreeln.com/
THURSDAY, JULY 12
8 a.m. / NAMM U’s “NAMM Retail Summit” / Renaissance Hotel Grand Ballroom
Joe Lamond, NAMM President/CEO, with Chip Averwater, author and Amro Music Stores Chairman, offer an in-depth discussion of retail success.
http://www.namm.org/nammu/namm-retail-summit
13 NAMM U Sessions are offered every ½ hour @ NAMM Idea Center (Booth 837, Level 1)
Topics can be accessed here: http://www.namm.org/summer/2012/namm-u-grid
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. / “Best of Nashville” Music Event / Renaissance Hotel Grand Ballroom
The Nashville Musicians Association and NAMM present a live summer music event featuring The Duffy Jackson Big Band, Three Ring Circle, 18 South, The Charles Walker Quartet and more. http://www.namm.org/summer/2012/articles/tune-best-nashville-summer-namm
FRIDAY, JULY 13
8 a.m. / NAMM U Breakfast Session “Becoming a Category of One: How Extraordinary Companies Create and Sustain Success”/ Renaissance Hotel Grand Ballroom
Joe Calloway, author of Becoming a Category of One, presents an exciting session about what creates market leaders in today’s hyper-competitive marketplace.
Ten additional NAMM U sessions are offered throughout the day @ NAMM Idea Center (Booth 837, Level 1). Topics can be accessed here:http://www.namm.org/summer/2012/namm-u-grid
Recreational Music Making Sessions / NAMM Foundation Lounge (Rooms 209/210, Level 2)
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. - Joe Lamond/Bill Ivey – Discussion with founding director of the Curb
Center for Art, Enterpriseand Public Policy at VanderbiltUniversity
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. - Debra Perez – Finding and training the right facilitator for your store
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Kala Brand Music – Starting and running a Strum and Drum Program
3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. - NAMM – Reaching more customers by providing a place to play
6:45 p.m. / NAMM’s Top 100 Dealers Awards / Renaissance Hotel Grand Ballroom
NAMM honors 100 of the industry’s most innovative and enterprising music retailers with awards in several categories including “Dealer of the Year,” curb appeal, use of social media and more.
http://www.namm.org/summer/2012/top-dealer
*8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. / Muriel Anderson’s All Star Guitar Night / Renaissance Hotel Grand Ballroom
Presented by Yamaha Guitars and benefitting the non-profit Little Kids Rock, experience a guitar-centric event featuring acoustic and electric artists. Tickets are available from Yamaha’s booth or at the door for $20. *There are recording restrictions for media
http://allstarguitarnight.com/about-us/muriel-anderson/
SATURDAY, JULY 14
8 a.m. / NAMM U Breakfast Session “Best in Show: This Year’s Hottest Products”/ Renaissance Hotel Grand Ballroom
Join a panel of well-respected retailers and buyers who have combed the show floor in search of the best products, ideas and trends for their top picks in four categories.
“PUBLIC DAY” / NashvilleConvention Center
Summer NAMM opens its doors to the general public and music enthusiasts of all ages for live music, a rare look at new music-making technologies and interactive musician workshops.
9:15 a.m. – 10 a.m. Richard Gilwitz, Fingerstyle Guitarist, Foundation Lounge, Room 210
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. World’s Fastest Drummer preliminary competition / Level 1, East Lobby
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. “Haiti 10 – Faith, Love and Music” / IdeaCenter Booth 837, Level 1
11:00 a.m. How to Use a Work Station in a studio setting / Room 102, Level 1
10 Best Social Networking Sites for Marketing to Fans / Room 211, Level 2
Win a Digital Record Deal with Guitar Player Records / Room 214, Level 2
Sticks ‘n’ Skins – The Sessions / IdeaCenter Booth 837, Level 1
Ergo We Play performs (SchoolJam USAwinners) / Foundation Lounge, Rm. 210
Ukedelics Perform / Exhibit Hall Acoustic Stage
12:00 p.m. New TC-Helicon Vocal Effects for the Acoustic Singer / Songwriter / Room 102, L1
Live Sound Basics / Room 207, Level 2
10 Ways to Make Better Sounding Recordings / Room 211, Level 2
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Ukulele Circle hands-on demo / Foundation Lounge, Room 210
1:00 p.m. So, You Want To Be a Session Player panel discussion/ Room 208, Level 2
10 Tips for Effective Pre-Production / Room 211, Level 2
1:30 p.m. Live Sound Tips & Tricks / Room 207, Level 2
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Ukedelics Perform / Foundation Lounge, Room 210
2:00 p.m. The Psychology of Producing Hit Songs / IdeaCenter Booth 837, L1
GigEasy Demo with Darren Kramer / Room 102, Level 1
10 Elements of a Hit Song / Room 211, Level 2
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. World’s Fastest Drummer Competition Finals / Level 1 East Lobby
3:00 p.m. Drum Circle hands-on demo / Level 3, East Lobby
10 Ways to Exploit Facebook for Success / Room 211, Level 2
Recreational Music Making Sessions and Acoustic Performances / NAMM Foundation Lounge (Rooms 209/210)
Enjoy a variety of concerts throughout the day in the NAMM Foundation Lounge
Members of NAMM and the Music Industry can still register for the summer event: http://www.namm.org/summer/2012/badges
Tickets for “Public Day” discounted with advance purchase: http://www.namm.org/summer/2012/publicday
For more information regarding Summer NAMM, visit http://www.namm.org/summer/2012
Comments (0)