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Posted by: Teresa Heitman in Twitter, Strings, Print Music, Piano and Keyboards, Percussion, Music Instruction, Music Education, Moline, Marion, Holiday, Hal Leonard, Guitar Accessories, Guitar, General Music, Facebook, Early Childhood, Drums, Coralville, Combo, Christmas, Cedar Rapids, Cedar Falls, Band and Orchestra, Amp, Accessories on
Nov 16, 2009
 27% of online shoppers who plan to buy holiday gifts online this year will look for ideas about what friends and family want on sites such as Facebook. And nearly one-half will use social networks to research items, compare prices, & look for special offers like free shipping. (Mashable)
You'll find ideas, deals, & free shipping at West Music this season. Give the gift of music...and be sure to bookmark your favorite West Music Facebook Page.
These are some American Music Conference Offers Tips for Shopping Smart This Holiday Season:
 With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to start shopping for that guitar, violin, oboe, tuba, piano or whatever instrument your musical child is begging to receive as his or her top-choice gift. But first it’s important to be an educated consumer so that the new violin doesn’t wind up collecting dust under the bed or being returned to the store.
The first thing to ask yourself is, “Is my child ready to own his own instrument?” “You’re ready to purchase an instrument when your child shows enthusiasm for his or her instrument or instruments of choice, but owning a musical instrument is an asset at any age,” says Joe Lamond, President and CEO of NAMM, the International Music Products Association, the parent company of the American Music Conference, a leading national nonprofit organization that promotes the benefits of music education and music making for children.
Posted by: Kyle Ware in Software, Computer, Combo on
Oct 19, 2009
 I know notation software tends to scare people...well, most software scares people. Finale tends to be the main culprit with this fearful bunch. But I have news for you: Notation software should not be scary to anybody anymore! Finale should not be scary to anybody anymore!
Why? Notation software has gotten to the point that virtually anybody, whether you are a new computer user, master computer user, the creator of the computer, etc, can use it. Seriously! And Finale, the be-all of notation software, has figured out a way to let users do what they want, however they want, without making it overly complicated. Finale has been around since 1988, and through most of its transitions, it has been notorious for over-complicating tasks. However, it was a very powerful tool, so powerful, most engravers and publishers would (and still) use Finale for their professional needs. However, when Sibelius came into the fray, a good number of Finale users jumped ship and went to the “easy” program.
Records to SD or SDHC media. Two great sounding electric condenser mics and 2 GB SD card included. Awesome practice tool for musicians and is perfect for recording lessons, classes, or lectures.
AmpliTube Fender® SE is a software guitar amp collection with 15 ultra-realistic Fender® guitar/bass amp combinations, 4 stompboxes and rack FX, and a built-in tuner. Use SpeedTrainer™, the integrated audio player, to adjust the speed and pitch of CDs and MP3's and learn the licks of your guitar idols!
Buy 1 "Powered by AmpliTube" software package or audio interface
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Plus, get another "Powered by AmpliTube" software package FREE when 2,000 users participate!
Posted by: Doug Ducey in Combo, Back 2 School on
Sep 21, 2009
Fits most popular amp sizes! Cases are available in 1-12" or 2-12" sizes. Lightweight molded design cases are virtually indestructible. Doubles as an amp stand, as amps will sit securely on top of case during stage use. Equipped with casters for easy movement!
Posted by: Leif Rehnberg in Percussion, Drums, Combo on
Sep 15, 2009
 Roland’s latest addition to the V-drum line is a powerhouse for electronic drumming. In the ongoing struggle to make electronic drums feel and sound like acoustic drums, the TD-9 takes a bold step forward with all of its cutting features. Roland configured the interface with users in mind by bringing many of the functions users want right up front.
Posted by: Doug Ducey in Combo, Back 2 School on
Sep 14, 2009
New from Tour Tough!! Height-adjustable, padded guitar throne folds up for easy storage in your dorm room or band's van.
Amplitube Live 2, which are also use with the Stealthplug, give you the freedom to choose from several amps styles and effects at a click of a button on your computer. It's really easy to use! You select your amp and then manipulate the knobs with your mouse the same way you would if you physically had that amp! You can play with various microphones too and positions of the mic. And the sound is great.
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