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On this past August 19th, the legendary Hollywood Bowl was the scene of a once-in-a-lifetime event. The occasion was a celebration of jazz icon Miles Davis’ 100th birthday, and it brought together a lineup of…
Vinnie Colaiuta at the Hollywood Bowl
On this past August 19th, the legendary Hollywood Bowl was the scene of a once-in-a-lifetime event. The occasion was a celebration of jazz icon Miles Davis’ 100th birthday, and it brought together a lineup of current jazz luminaries to perform as part of that...
In a music town, tomorrow’s leaders take center stage
Donor-funded UGA program cultivates young musicians into community-driven leaders. Reprinted from University of Georgia's UGA Today, June 18, 2026, by Rachael Andrews. Nestled in a town known for shaping the sound of modern music, it’s perhaps no surprise that the...
All In The Family: The Guitar Pickin’ Poole Family
Three Generations attend the Chet Atkins Appreciation Society Convention. There’s an old guitar adage that says something like, “A family that picks guitar and prays together, stays together.” That is certainly true for the Poole family of Orlando, Florida. I was...
All In The Family: The French Family Band
A Super-Talented Mom, Dad, and Son from Down Under. Describing themselves as “An Aussie-Kiwi family band bringing classic country, western swing, and Americana music to Nashville since 2019,” the French family have been steadily growing a devoted fan base and...
All In The Family: Meagan Taylor Anderson
The great niece of Chet Atkins who’s keeping his music and legacy alive (with the help of her three kids and Floyd Cramer’s grandson). Did you know Chet Atkins wasn’t the only musically gifted member in his family? His grandfather was a champion fiddle player (and...
A conversation with Arianna Powell. The small-town girl who beat the odds to become one of LA’s most respected young female guitarists.
So, how does a girl from little ole Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania--population 3,510--make it all the way to LA to become one of the most respected session and touring guitarists in the music biz today? Arianna Powell’s improbable story of beating the odds is an inspiring...
Dinah Gretsch Appointed to Newly Formed Savannah Music Commission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dinah Gretsch Appointed to Newly Formed Savannah Music Commission SAVANNAH, GA – The Gretsch Company is proud to announce that Dinah Gretsch, Executive Vice President and CFO, and long-time advocate for music education, has been appointed to...
A Conversation with Gretsch Drum Powerhouse Giulliana Merello
How a 12-year-old Argentina girl had her life changed by watching Cindy Blackman play Gretsch drums on TV. Driven. Explosive. Fearless. Powerhouse. These are just a few words used by music journalists and fellow musicians to describe one of today’s top female...
A Conversation with Gretsch School of Music Visiting Artist, Parker Hastings.
Making the most of his God-given talents for music, music leadership, and how divine intervention led to his debut on The Grand Ole Opry stage . . . Understanding why some people are born with certain skills and talents (and others are clearly not) remains one...
A Magnificent Mural Honors Rock (and Gretsch) Legend Bo Diddley
Rock 'n’ roll pioneer Bo Diddley, with his iconic red rectangular Gretsch guitar slung over his shoulder, was a larger-than-life figure. If you ever saw him perform live, you know what I mean. He was a tireless, high-energy showman who could whip an audience into a...
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