Gretsch Roadshow visits Street Sounds in Brooklyn New York!

Fred Gretsch, Rocky Schiano & Joe Carducci
We are live from Street Sounds, located in the heart of historic Brooklyn – just a “stones throw” from the Gretsch Company’s original home. upon our arrival we’re immediately greeted at the door with a friendly welcome and VIP pass from store owner, Rocky Schiano. Today the Gretsch Roadshow visits Street Sounds!
Gretsch Guitar fanatics of all ages pack the well-stocked store in anticipation as current Gretsch Guitar Marketing manager, Joe Carducci and Gretsch Company President, Fred W. Gretsch discuss the vast history of “That Great Gretsch Sound.” All in attendance were treated to a visual presentation that acknowledged the many fine Gretsch employees and artists, both past and present. Highlights included Mr. Gretsch’s personal reflections on some of his memorable family experiences with both. The presentation also included inspirational video clips of historic Gretsch Artist moments with special commentary by both Fred and Joe.
Later, Fred treated all to the infamous “Two Dollar Bill” trivia contest; a company tradition started by his uncle, Fred Gretsch Junior. Here the audience got a chance to try their luck answering the many music industry trivia questions as special prizes were awarded. This was followed by a toast to Brooklyn; an homage to the great boro and birth place of Gretsch. The event ended with an impromptu autograph session where Fred personally met everyone in attendance.
All in all, it was a very special day! Thanks to the Gretsch Company for arranging the event and proprietor Rocky Schiano for hosting the event.
Check the schedule for a Gretsch Road Show event near you. Next time you’re in Brooklyn, stop into “Street Sounds” and say “Hello” to Rocky — you’ll get that big New York smile!!
GRETSCH GUITARS SUMMER ROADSHOW 2009 | |
DATE | LOCATION |
June 13, 2009 Time: 1:00 PM |
Street Sounds 9206 3rd Ave Brooklyn, NY 11209 718-314-8647 www.streetsoundsnyc.com |
June 26, 2009 Time: TBD |
Sweetwater Sound 5501 US Highway 30 W Ft. Wayne, IN 46818 206-432-8176 www.sweetwater.com |
June 27, 2009 Time: TBD |
Sweetwater Sound 5501 US Highway 30 W Ft. Wayne, IN 46818 206-432-8176 www.sweetwater.com |
July 18, 2009 Time: 10:00 AM |
Redbone Guitars 4343 McCullough San Antonio, TX 78212 210-822-4111 www.redboneguitar.com |
August 1, 2009 Time: 2:00 PM |
House of Guitars 645 Titus Ave Rochester, NY 14617 585-544-3500 www.houseofguitars.com |
August 8, 2009 Time: 12:00 PM |
Cream City 12505 W. Bluemound Rd Brookfield, WI 53005 262-860-1800 www.creamcitymusic.com |
August 15, 2009 Time: 2:00 PM |
Dave’s Guitar 1227 3rd St South LaCrosse, WI 54601 608-785-7704 www.creamcitymusic.com |
August 22, 2009 Time: 5:00 PM |
Rainbow Guitar 2550 N. Campbell Ave Tucson, AZ 85719 520-325-3376 www.rainbowguitars.com |
August 29, 2009 Time: 2:00 PM |
West LA Music 3501 W. Cahuenga Blvd. Los Angela, CA 90068 323-845-1145 www.westlamusic.com |