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April 28, 2026
G7th Appoints St. Louis Music as Exclusive Distributor for the USA
G7th Ltd has appointed St. Louis Music as its exclusive distributor for the United States.
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April 1, 2026
Get to Know: Seth Porter, Knilling Brand Manager & Brand Team Lead
My dad was a trumpeter and I was in piano lessons since before I can remember. As for orchestra, I joined my school program in the 4th grade on viola.
March 1, 2026
Get to Know: Santiago Alvarez, Co-Founder of Citadel Guitar Pedals
I guess it’s the typical and well-known story. I like some rock bands, I want to be like them, so I start playing guitar.
February 2, 2026
St. Louis Music Becomes Exclusive U.S. Distributor of Citadel Guitar Pedals
St. Louis Music announced an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with Citadel guitar pedals.
February 2, 2026
St. Louis Music to Distribute Elixir Strings Beginning March 2026
St. Louis Music will distribute Elixir Strings to its dealer network beginning March 2026.
February 2, 2026
St. Louis Music Transfers North American Distribution of Tomasi Flutes to J.L. Smith & Co.
Effective February 2, 2026, St. Louis Music has transferred North American distribution of Tomasi Flutes to J.L. Smith & Co.
February 1, 2026
Eric Tarlin of Couch – From the Green Room
I started playing saxophone in fourth grade, so by eighth grade I had been playing for about four years.
January 1, 2026
SLM at Midwest 2025
Last month, St. Louis Music participated in the 2025 Midwest Clinic in Chicago. As always, the event provided a valuable opportunity to spend time on the exhibit floor discussing industry trends and showcasing our instru
January 1, 2026
Stan Lynch: Finding His Way Back to the Drum Kit
For nearly two decades, Stan Lynch helped shape the sound and spirit of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, anchoring one of rock’s most enduring catalogs with drum parts defined by feel, restraint and unmistakable identity
December 15, 2025
SLM Donates $12,000 in Band Instruments to Local Middle School
SLM's Horn Shop Manager, Derick Tramel, coordinated a donation of nearly $12,000 in band instruments to his former school district! After discovering unused inventory, Derick took it upon himself to repair and adjust the
December 1, 2025
Get to Know: Jim Uding, Dixon Drums Brand Manager
The defining moment for me was when the Air Force ‘Rock Band’ played at a grade school assembly.
December 1, 2025
Nonstop Grooves at PASIC 2025
Team Dixon had an epic week in Indianapolis for the 50th anniversary of PASIC last month.
November 1, 2025
Get to Know: Kwanae Johnson, Band Shop Tech
Saxophonist Kwanae Johnson is a dynamic performer and musical collaborator across the vibrant St. Louis jazz scene, from intimate Jazz St. Louis combos to Dave Weckl’s Big Band.
October 1, 2025
Behind the Knilling Shop
Knilling instruments have long been distinguished by their superior adjustments. That tradition of excellence is carried on in our Knilling Shop, where a skilled team touches each and every instrument, preparing them for
September 1, 2025
Get to Know: Brian Fair, Customer Success Manager
For over two decades, Brian Fair has been a commanding presence in the world of heavy music.
August 1, 2025
St. Louis Music Secures Global Distribution Rights for Recording King and The Loar
SLM has acquired exclusive global distribution rights for Recording King and The Loar across guitars, banjos and mandolins.
August 1, 2025
Get to Know: Phil Baughman, Blessing Brand Manager
I first heard a marching band in a parade as a young child, and I was completely mesmerized by the sound, the uniforms, and the precision.
August 1, 2025
Team Dixon Impresses in Music City
Last month, Dixon Drums returned to Nashville for the Music City Drum Show! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth; it was incredible to see so many players as excited to explore our new kits and gear as we were
June 21, 2025
Leah Concialdi Joins P. Mauriat Artist Roster
P. Mauriat North America welcomed Leah Concialdi to its artist family, highlighting both her performance and PR work.
August 20, 2024
Travis Goodwin Appointed Director of Sales
St. Louis Music announced the appointment of Travis Goodwin as Director of Sales.
August 2, 2024
Blessing’s Olympic Legacy: B-175 Artist Herald Trumpets at the 1984 Games
Blessing revisits its role in Olympic history with the B-175 Artist Herald Trumpets featured at the 1984 Games.
August 2, 2024
Matt Picker Promoted to Sales Manager
St. Louis Music announced the promotion of Matt Picker to Sales Manager.
July 17, 2024
Blessing Flutes Available for Back to School
SLM highlighted immediate availability of Blessing BFL1287 flutes for school rental and back-to-school programs.
July 17, 2024
Dixon Drums joins the Band
Dixon introduced the Cornerstone Concert line for band and orchestra programs with accessible pricing and performance-focused specs.
July 17, 2024
Dixon Drums in Music City
Dixon announced its Music City Drum Show debut in Nashville with artist appearances and related clinic programming.