Wanna Play Music SundayNAMM welcomes music students, parents, music advocates and enthusiasts in the Nashville region to attend our first "Wanna Play Music Sunday."
Pre-Show Party at The HangMany attendees kicked off Summer NAMM with music, food and friends at the ninth annual Pre-Show Party at The Hang.
Attendees Start the Day with a Hot Meal at the NAMM U Breakfast SessionA free meal at the NAMM U Breakfast Session drew lines of attendees at 8 a.m. on Friday.
The Wooten Brothers Perform on FridayA rare performance by all five Wooten brothers got a standing ovation at Friday's NAMM U Breakfast Session.
Flood Relief Efforts at Summer NAMMNAMM hosted booths to support musicians affected by flooding in Nashville: GRAMMY Foundation's MusiCares booth held a silent auction with Member-donated instruments and Nashville Musicians Association, AFM Local 257 collected donations for re-distribution.
NAMM President/CEO Joe Lamond and Nashville Mayor Karl DeanNAMM President/CEO Joe Lamond talked about local flood relief efforts with Nashville Mayor Karl Dean at Friday's NAMM U Breakfast Session.
Music Education Days Welcome ReceptionStudent musicians showed their talents during Music Education Days while educators connected with the industry and checked out the newest music products.
Panelists Address the State of the IndustryAlan Friedman and Kevin Cranley were part of the panel at the State of the Industry Address, sharing ideas to help retailers stay strong during a changing economy.
Industry Experts Share Tips and Tactics at NAMM URetailer Pete Gamber is known for his successful music lesson program, which he explains at Idea Center sessions.
A Musical Night for Flood ReliefThe public was invited to the Hard Rock Cafe on Friday night for the BIG Gear Giveback, an event to raise money for those affected by the flood and an opportunity for people to get tickets to Wanna Play Music Sunday.
The Day Begins with MusicBefore the start of each NAMM U Breakfast Session, the audience is treated to live music, like Saturday morning's unique performance by electric violinist Tracy Silverman.
Buyers Taking Care of BusinessRetailers checked out displays, looking for new products for the falll and holiday selling seasons.
Attendees Pack the Idea CenterRetailers sat in on 11 Idea Center sessions on Saturday, focusing on finance, technology, retail ideas and lesson programs.
The Sounds of Music Education DaysMusic educators tuned into live performances, informational sessions and music-learning products during Summer NAMM.
Musicians Demonstrate the Power of ProductsUnique instruments make an impression on the show floor.
Exhibitors Make the Most of Quality Business MeetingsSummer NAMM's atmosphere allows buyers to get more face-to-face time with exhibitors.
A Drumroll for the Latest ProductsAttendees test out products from every category and innovative technology at Summer NAMM.
Building Partnerships Between the Industry and Music EducatorsNAMM invited music teachers to Summer NAMM to connect with industry partners to explore current issues, children-specific instruments and musical teaching techniques.
In-Depth Information on the Show FloorSummer NAMM allowed for quality meetings between vendors and buyers.
Master Clinic with Victor WootenA crowd packs the Wanna Play Music Sunday session with bassist Victor Wooten.
Morning Music at Summer NAMMThe Born Again Senior Minstrels deliver a powerful performance at the Sunday's NAMM U Breakfast Session.
Musicians Jam on Wanna Play Music SundayNashville's finest musicians, including Aaron Tippin, came together at the Wanna Play Sunday Celebrity Jam.
Wanna Play Music Sunday Celebrity JamThe Celebrity Jam stars created a Wanna Play song for the show.
Celebrities Took the Stage on Wanna Play Music SundayLouise Mandrell sang for the crowd on Sunday.
Ending the Show on a Musical NoteMany Summer NAMM attendees enjoyed the Wanna Play Celebrity Jam, which featured Gov. Mike Huckabee and country music stars Aaron Tippin, Louise Mandrell and John Anderson, accompanied by some of Nashville's finest studio musicians.
Making Music at the JamThe talents of top Nashville musicians entertained the audience.
Talking about the Wanna Play FundFormer Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee joins NAMM President/CEO Joe Lamond on stage to talk about music education.
Best in Show Panelists Talk about Their FavoritesMike Guillot of Mississippi Music shows and tells one of his finds on the show floor at Sunday's "Best in Show" session.
The Panelists from Best in ShowSunday's NAMM U Breakfast Session panelists pose for a picture: Mike Guillot, Zach Phillips, Brian Reardon, Victor Salazar, George Hines, Gordy Wilcher and moderator Frank Alkyer.
Music Education Days Keep the Music GoingPerformances took place throughout the show for music educators in attendance.
Governor Huckabee's Book SigningTV commentator and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee autographed copies of his book at the show.
Wanna Play Music Sunday WorkshopsWorkshops gave musicians tips for making the most of industry technology.
Tips and Tactics in the Idea CenterAttendees sat in on daily sessions to get new ideas from others in the industry.
Making Music on the Show FloorMusicians performed a duet with products on the show floor.
Show Location & Hours
Nashville Convention Center
601 Commerce Street
Nashville, TN 37203
Friday, June 18 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday, June 19 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, June 20 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Future NAMM Shows
Jan. 13-16, 2011 | Jan. 19-22, 2012
Jan. 17-20, 2013
Future Summer Shows
June 24-26, 2011 | June 22-24, 2012
