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NAMM Presents Music for Life Award to Bob McGrath of Sesame Street at 2008 Summer NAMM Show

McGrath recognized for introducing the wonders of music to hundreds of thousands of children and adults over his 38-year career.

NAMM Celebrates 1,000th Oral History Program Interview

Unique program captures important video testimonials, stories and history from long-time industry leaders, mentors and heroes.

2008 Summer NAMM Draws Strong Numbers of Buyers to Nashville

The summer event's return to Nashville attracts old and new exhibitors preparing for fall and holiday business.

NAMM, Sesame Street and Music for All to Create a 'Musical Extravaganza' Float for 2009 Rose Parade

NAMM float featured in 2009 parade themed 'Hats off to Entertaiment.'

2008 Summer NAMM Opens in Nashville

Music products industry association hosts exhibitors, education sessions and networking in 'Music city USA.'

NAMM Foundation Launches Pilot College Scholarship Program to Support Student Interest In the Music Products Industry

Annual scholarships of $2,500 to $5,000 being offered to support full-time college students interested in pursuing careers in the music products industry.

Music Industry Supports Funding of Program to Revive Music Education In Afghanistan

NAMM pledges an initial $5,000 to help establish new state-approved music school in Kabul after decades of neglect and discrimination; additional funding and instruments still sought.

The Piano Guy TV Series Nominated for Two Emmy® Awards

The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences nominates public television series, funded in part by a grant from the NAMM Foundation, for Emmy Awards.

Buena Vista Concerts and AEG Live Announce the Launch of the Disney Music Block Party Tour, A Dynamic Concert Festival Experience for Kids and Parents

Sponsored by PLAYSKOOL and NAMM, the tour features appearances in select markets by They Might Be Giants, Imagination Movers, Barenaked Ladies, Dan Zanes, Ralph's World, and Choo Choo Soul, plus special guest host Raven-Symone. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 30.

NAMM Members Lobby Congress About the Importance of Supporting Music Education In Schools

Annual D.C. fly-in event offers NAMM Members the chance to take the music product industry's pro-music-education message to their respective elected federal lawmakers.