The Wanna Play Dealer Award: Candyman Strings & Things in Santa Fe, N.M.

Candyman Strings & Things is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in a beautiful 10,000 square-foot newly renovated landmark building with attractive showrooms displaying acoustic guitars, electric guitars, drums and percussion, amplifiers and pro sound, keyboards, and educational materials. Also housed within the facility is a repair department and a band and orchestra instrument rental and sales counter. The Candyman also boasts comfortable and inviting teaching and ensemble studios, a coffee shop, and a nicely equipped performance space.

Rocking Wanna Play Music Week

Candyman Strings & Things recently held its second annual Wanna Play experience and says the entire staff took delight in watching new faces flood the store for this event. They set up several group participation activities such as harp, drum, acoustic guitar and keyboard circles.They also gave mini lessons on keyboard, drums, and guitar.

Candyman hosted a Rock Band Test Drive, which featured an assembly of band instruments set up rock band style, where they taught individuals a simple beat, chord, key, or vocal and brought everyone together to play a song. The store also passed out brochures on the benefits of making music, as well as free lesson coupons and information on all of their educational programs.  

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