by Aaron Hansen | May 31, 2017 | Music Advocacy, Press Releases
Last week, Robin Walenta, President and CEO of West Music presented Iowa Senators Joni Ernst and Charles Grassley with a flag in representation of the two school districts in Iowa that were recognized as the Best Communities for Music Education by The NAMM Foundation.... 
by Aaron Hansen | May 11, 2017 | Press Releases
Coralville, IA – May 9, 2017 – West Music has been named as a Top 100 Dealer by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), the global association of music products and music retailers. The organization will formally present the award to West Music on Friday,... 
by Aaron Hansen | Apr 13, 2017 | Kids & Movement, Music Education
While hearing music is enjoyable in its own right, the benefits of taking part in it highly outweigh those of just listening. Musical education during childhood can positively impact cognitive development, improve social skills, and increase academic achievement. And... 
by Aaron Hansen | Mar 14, 2017 | Company Culture, Extraordinary Associate of the Month
Think of a West Music associate who creates lasting customer relationships, is always ready to help fellow associates in need of support, and consistently offers valuable product knowledge. Does the name John Williams come to mind? John always has a “can do” attitude!... 
by Aaron Hansen | Mar 7, 2017 | Pianos, Digital Pianos, & Keyboards
Have you ever played an acoustic concert grand piano with no strings? Or perhaps you’ve played a digital piano with a full acoustic piano action? Chances are, neither of these things have ever happened to you, but Yamaha has the perfect instruments for those who... 
