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12 p . m . Musician Marketing : Insider Tips to Grow Your Brand ( Double Session ) Jillian Kelleher , Connector Entertainment Group ( Moderator ) & panel
1 p . m . Hit Songwriting : Making the Most of Cutting-Edge Trends ( Double Session ) Thornton Cline , songwriter & author ( Moderator ); Michaela Clarke , recording artist ; Eric Masse , producer ; Michael Garvin , songwriter & Gareth , recording artist
2 p . m . The Art of Endorsement Deals ( Double Session ) Jen Lowe , endorsing artist ( Moderator ); Meredith Hamlin , Kyser Musical Products ; Ron Bienstock , Scarinci Hollenbeck ; Alan Friedman , Friedman , Kannenberg & Co . & Dan Lipson , Emerging Artist Network
3 p . m . 2017 Songwriter Success Summit ( Double Session ) Presented by Nashville Songwriters Association International
CANADIAN EXHIBITORS
Advanced Audio Microphones - Booth 331 Advanced Audio Microphones is a grassroots , family-run Canadian company . The efficient design and uncompromised sound of its microphones is due to 45 years of experience
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plus the sound engineering expertise of company CEO and designer Dave Thomas . At Summer NAMM , it will show its line of dynamic , tube , and FET microphones and mic preamps .
Godin Guitars - Booth 1023 Godin Guitars will be showcasing the latest additions to its brands of guitars , including a new limited run of electric guitars from their Custom Shop . On the acoustic side , the new Arena Series thinline nylon guitars from the La Patrie brand will be presented . Additional acoustic instruments include the preamp-equipped Seagull S8 mandolin and M4 Dulcimer . A new 75-W version of the Acoustic Solutions amplifier will also be on display .
Gon Bops - Booth 215 Gon Bops hits the 2017 Summer NAMM show with its range of percussion instruments designed for unmatched quality and sound . Signature artist Daniel de los Reyes ( Zac Brown Band ) will make an appearance to showcase Gon Bops instruments in a roots / country setting . He will feature a number of his signature instruments , including the DDLR cajon , a new tambourine , and shakers .
IMSTA – Booth 254 The International Music Software Trade Association ( IM- STA ) invites
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attendees to its booth in the Software . NAMM room to see what the Toronto-based industry organization is planning for 2018 and beyond . In January at Winter NAMM 2018 , for the third year in a row , IMSTA will partner with NAMM to host the rapidly growing Software . NAMM . IMSTA has scheduled 2017 IMSTA FES- TA music technology shows in Los Angeles , Chicago , New York , Miami , Toronto , and is debuting in Berlin , Germany .
Levy ’ s Leathers – Booth 1113 Levy ’ s Leathers will be showing its New For 2017 collection of guitar straps at Summer NAMM . The 28 new models include the MSSC80-BLK / WHT straps that feature cowboy boot leather ends with a cotton cable-knit pattern . The MS317EMP ( Empire ) straps feature contrasting triple decorative stitching combined with subtle handbrushed suede shades . Also , for 2017 , Levy ’ s has brought back the MS17AIF ( Spirit ) straps , which were discontinued two years ago . The Spirit strap is Native North America-inspired and features soft suede with soft suede fringe .
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Perri ’ s Leathers - Booth 1422 Perri ’ s Leathers is a family business that produces licensed guitar and instrument straps along with picks and other accessories . The company ’ s catalog includes over 700 products . At the Summer NAMM Show , Perri ’ s will be showcasing its emoji licensed guitar straps and picks . It will also feature other licensed products featuring The |
Doors , Nirvana , Kurt Cobain , Sublime , Poison , Kiss , Guns & Roses , AC / DC , Rush , Pink Floyd , and David Bowie .
Prestige Guitars – Booth 1228 Prestige Guitars will have its full lineup of award-winning electric and acoustic guitars represented at Summer NAMM 2017 . At this year ’ s Summer NAMM , Prestige will be showcasing its brand new 2017 DC Coupe and Signature Series guitars , including Rex Brown and Todd “ Dammit ” Kerns signature models . Special events are planned so attendees are encouraged to stop by for the full schedule .
Sabian - Booth 215 Sabian will showcase brand new HHX Evolution models , offering more sonic options in one of the company ’ s most iconic cymbal lines . There will also be a fresh focus on XSR Best in Class cymbals . XSR offers professional B20 sound at a more affordable price for the average drummer . Last , visit the Sabian booth for a plethora of innovative options in stacks .
Temple Audio Design - Booth 1453 Temple Audio Design will showcase its lightweight aluminum guitar pedalboards that feature the Quick Release Pedal Mounting System , a simple method of attaching pedals and power supplies without hook / loop fasteners . Temple ’ s Modular Endpanels allow artists to easily configure power and audio connectivity on the side of their Templeboard without having to drill holes or solder cables . Temple Audio says it ’ s sure to have something new and interesting to add to its lineup at every NAMM Show .
Michael Raine is the Senior Editor of Canadian Music Trade
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