Friends, Dealers - If you’re joining us at Summer NAMM this year, please visit booth #533. You’ll get an exclusive first look at some of our exciting new products from both our proprietary On-Stage brand as well as from of our distribution partners. On-Stage will be debuting over 50 new products in our new booth. And don’t forget to check out the NEW PRODUCTS PAGE on our website, as we’ll be featuring sneak previews for some of these new products. And of course our distribution division, TMP Pro Distribution, will be well represented; stocked with top MI and pro audio products. We can’t wait to meet you at the show. It’s definitely not to be missed! Please schedule your appointment today. And if you can’t make it, please schedule a Virtual Appointment (same link) -  https://on-stage.com/appointments     

Just in time for the upcoming student rental season, On-Stage adds a new line of Band & Orchestra Care Accessories. This must-have assortment includes everything from brass/woodwind swabs, brushes and cleaning kits; to cork grease and valve oil. The accessory line adds 38 new products in total, and all products have been safely manufactured in the USA. So now, along with the popular On-Stage sheet music stands, you can select and bundle all of your go-to care accessories from one source. Here's an exclusive introduction to the new line of accessories: <![if !supportLists]> ·          <![endif]> Brasswind/Woodwind Brushes & Swabs Twelve cleaning tools for brasswind and woodwind instruments. <![if !supportLists]> ·          <![endif]> Super Saver Care Kits Everything necessary to maintain an instrument. Choose from 10 Super Saver Care Kits for brasswind, woodwind and bowed instruments. <![if !supportLists]> ·          <![endif]> Brasswind/Woodwind & Bowed Instrument Accessories Various accessories include case ID tags, violin/viola foam shoulder pads, cork grease and slide/valve oil.        Stop by booth #533 at Summer NAMM to get your exclusive introduction to the new line of Band & Orchestra Accessories or visit On-Stage.com for pricing and details.

On-Stage was thinking ‘inside the box’ when they launched a new line of Direct Boxes at the 2016 NAMM Show. Five new models include both passive and direct models, suitable for any application. The lineup includes the DB500 Passive DI Box, the DB1000 and DB1100 Active DI Boxes, the DB1050 Passive Multi-Media DI Box, and the DB2050 Active Multi-Media DI Box.   With cost and quality, On-Stage will be the new industry standard for a DI Box supplier. All models are in stock and ready to ship. Contact an On-Stage sales rep for pricing and details – 800-289-8889. For more information, visit https://on-stage.com/products/category/diboxes_adapters       

Accessories manufacturer and innovator On-Stage is proud to donate an array of products to the Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls Los Angeles. On Stage is a Connecticut-based, family-owned business with a long history of supporting charities, community programs, and schools that promote music education and performance. Coming off another great Winter NAMM show, which is the largest trade show in the music industry, On-Stage is giving the camp all the products it displayed at the massive trade show. The On-Stage NAMM booth is large for an accessories manufacturer, and this year it boasted over 200 products from a variety of categories, including mic stands, tablet mounts, instrument tuners, lighting accessories, instrument stands, cases, and more. These products were on display all weekend for dealers, musicians, and other NAMM attendees, and now they are on their way to the Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls LA, where  they will be part of the instruction, performances, and great musical memories campers create. All told, the On-Stage donation is valued at $6000.00. The Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls LA was founded by rockers Becky Gebhardt and Mona Tavakoli. The organization is working towards expanding its after-school programs, increasing its number of summer camp sessions, and acquiring its own permanent space for lessons, workshops, and more. From www.rockcampforgirlsla.org : “RCGLA strives to nurture self-esteem and self-expression in girls, in a world that doesn’t always give girls permission, space or the tools to do so. We hope that our programs inspire girls to be their best selves, to rock in life. That hope extends to our adult volunteer base and to the greater community of Los Angeles. Our programs bring together like-minded people from all backgrounds and fosters connections.”

On-Stage/TMP Awarded Sam Ash Music Stores the Dealer of the Year Award for 2015. The award was presented at the 2016 NAMM Show in Anaheim CA. The Dealer of the Year Award represents an ongoing profitable relationship and outstanding sales in 2015. Congratulations and thank you to Sam Ash for another outstanding year! Pictured (l-r) Barry Horovitz, Jim Hennessey, Richard Ash, Sharon Hennessey, Howie Mendelson, Ed Knieriem, John Hennessey.

On-Stage/TMP Awarded SFM the Distributor of the Year Award for 2015. The award was presented at the 2016 NAMM Show in Anaheim CA. The Distributor of the Year Award represents an ongoing profitable relationship and outstanding sales in 2015. This is the third year in a row that SFM has won. Pictured (l-r) Tom Tedesco, Randal Tucker, Tammo Hinzmann, Jim Hennessey, Erik Lind, John Kelley.    

The Music People (TMP) announces some exciting promotions effective January 1, 2016. John and Sharon Hennessey will assume the role of Co-President, formerly held by their father Jim Hennessey. Jim Hennessey founded TMP in 1979 and has held the title of President since. He will now serve as Executive Chairman and will continue to have an active role in the future direction of the company in financial oversight, strategy, and product development. “John and Sharon have been a large part of the company’s growth and with this transition, TMP is in good hands” said Jim Hennessey.   Sharon Hennessey joined the company in 1989 and John in 1991, and both have filled numerous roles throughout their careers. Most recently, John served as Senior Vice President of Operations and Sharon served as Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing, both with TMP. The succession plan was put into place a couple of years ago, however 2016 marks the official changeover. “We have big shoes to fill, but feel prepared and excited to take the company to the next level” said John Hennessey. “We have positioned the company with many great initiatives over the last couple of years and look forward to providing our customers with the best products and service in the industry” said Sharon Hennessey.  Also being promoted to Vice President, Sales & Business Development is Tom Tedesco. In this role, Tom adds the responsibility of overseeing the domestic sales team. Tom joined TMP in 2010 as the Director of Business Development and will continue to oversee International sales, TMP’s office in China, and strategic projects. “This is an exciting time for TMP and I am looking forward to the opportunities ahead!” said Tedesco.   Casey Cabler has been promoted to ERP & Analytics Manager. Cabler, who will oversee all ERP operations for the company joined TMP in 2011 as ERP Operations Analyst. He has over 10 years of ERP experience with a specialization in Microsoft Dynamics NAV. “I am excited to head up the newly created ERP team, and am looking forward to implementing many exciting and beneficial ERP projects for TMP” said Cabler.   In addition to the above changes, TMP will be exhibiting at The NAMM Show in hall B, booth #5940. We will introduce 30 new products in a newly designed booth. Please stop by and see us!

On-Stage endorser Tony Succar is thrilling audiences up and down the east coast with his latest project – UNITY: A Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson. Tony marries American Pop, Jazz, Tropical, and World Music with the celebrated sounds of the King of Pop, weaving an accessible and genre-blending soundscape.    On-Stage is proud to support Tony and UNITY as they perform at The Greater Hartford Jazz Festival this week. The UNITY show is a favorite of On-Stage president Jim Hennessey, who just returned from the band’s July 2 nd show at the Olympia Theater in Miami. PBS recorded the Miami performance for an upcoming broadcast, and the band featured percussion legend Sheila E, among others. Now Tony is coming to Hartford, the original home of On-Stage Stands, and the company is turning out to support this great young artist.     “When I met Tony at a trade show a while back, we had a great conversation about a lot of things, including percussion accessories,” recalls Jim Hennessey, “and I guess he was a little surprised that someone my age could have so much energy and enthusiasm about the music industry! Building relationships is my favorite part of the business, and connecting with a talented young guy like Tony is just great. I really look forward to seeing UNITY again in Hartford and encourage everyone to come out and see a show they will never forget.”   Tony Succar and UNITY will be kicking off the festival at Hartford’s Infinity Hall this Thursday, July 16, and again on July 17 at Bushnell Park. Event details are below: Greater Hartford Jazz Festival Kick Off Concert The UNITY Tribute to Michael Jackson Thursday July 16, 8 PM Come get a salsa dancing lesson!   Infinity Hall Hartford 32 Front Street Hartford, CT 06103 Box Office (TOLL-FREE) 1.866.666.6306 Fax 860.542.5076 [email protected]   Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz Tony Succar Friday July 17, 7 PM   The Pavilion Stage Bushnell Park Trinity Street Hartford, CT Free Admission hartfordjazz.com  

On-Stage® is pleased to be a corporate sponsor of the upcoming PBS concert special: UNITY, The Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson. UNITY is the brainchild of the lauded up-and-coming Latin Jazz artist Tony Succar. On-Stage is proud to count Succar among its On-Stage Artists and has pledged its support for the upcoming concert. The event, to be recorded for broadcast on PBS, will be held at the Olympia Theater in Miami, FL on July 2 nd . Representatives from On-Stage will be on-hand at the concert, including president and founder Jim Hennessey. Stay tuned to the news at on-stage.com for a complete review of the concert and more information on the exciting young talent behind it.   From Tony Succar’s bio: Assembling an exceptional production team and featured artists, Tony Succar has created The UNITY Project, a unique endeavor aimed at the minds, ears and hearts of a global audience. Pop legend Michael Jackson’s music and life philosophies heavily influenced Tony as a youngster and teenager, truly igniting his musical ideas and passion. The UNITY Project is the result: an innovative sound that interconnects elements of American Pop, Jazz, Tropical, and World Music with the enduring foundations of the King of Pop. The UNITY album will explode beyond mainstream media to appeal indefinitely to markets around the world. Unity features more than 100 musicians, such Latin superstars as Tito Nieves, Jon Secada, and India, and the mixing magic of Jackson’s legendary engineer Bruce Swedien. The mission of the UNITY Project is to honor the legacy of Michael Jackson, King of Pop, by remaining true to his artistic essence, excellence, and music. The UNITY Project seeks to unify all human beings’ hearts, talents, peoples and cultures to ensure that the imaginary barriers between people and countries shrink until—just as Michael Jackson envisioned—we all live harmoniously together.     

The Music People, Inc. is proud to announce that its On-Stage u-mount TB1004 Power Banks was selected among the “ Best in Show ” at Winter NAMM 2015 . Considering all the great products at the convention this year, this is a great honor for the company. The TB1004 joins previous On-Stage products to win Best in Show honors, including the 2012 u-mount product that started it all, the TCM9150 Folio Case.    “Best in Show” winners were picked by a panel of industry retailers including Gayle Beacock, Vic Salazar, John Grabowski, Lee Anderton, Myrna Sislen and Chris Tso. Each chose a favorite in several categories, with the TB1004 Power Banks taking the prize for Best Accessory or Add-on. The awards were announced at a ceremony held during the Sunday morning breakfast, moderated by Music Inc.’s Frank Alkyer.   A big “Thank You!” to Gayle Beacock, co-owner of Beacock Music in Vancouver, Washington, for selecting the TB1004 Power Banks. As she puts it, “It will mount to your microphone stand, your boom stand or your music stand… any stand that you want. And what makes this really special is that it has 13 hours of charge.” The TB1004 is a rechargeable 7800mAh battery pack in a sleek cylindrical shape. It’s styled to match the u-mount product line, but its universal 5V USB output is compatible with any USB-powered tablet, phone, camera, speaker, or other device, adding hours of playtime over internal batteries alone. The TB1004 includes a versatile base that features the patented u-mount clamp, mountable to all the places Beacock mentioned, and more. Power Bank is available in a smaller package, too; the 2200mAh TB1000 shares all features of its big brother, but in an ultra compact form.   “Best in Show” winners represent the best products at NAMM, gear that’s certain to be a big deal in the coming year. The Music People is proud to have yet another product make the cut and promises to keep putting out accessories that drives sales and profits. Have a great year!