Music Retail Podcast

A podcast dedicated to instrumental music retailers, featuring interviews with the best retailers in our industry, as well as other leaders.Hosted by Donovan Bankhead, President at Ernie Williamson Music - a NAMM Top 100 Full-Line Instrumental Music Retail Business.

Music Retail Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Donovan Bankhead, with 56 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Donovan Bankhead hosts Music Retail Podcast, a business show with 56 episodes published.

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  Navigating the Changing Landscape of Music Retail: My Candid Chat with Dave Simon

  Feb 9, 202553 minS0

  <p><br></p><p>In this special episode, I was interviewed by Dave Simon from Ensemble Performing Arts, and I couldn’t be more excited to share our conversation with you. We dive into the rich history of Ernie Williamson Music—from its humble beginnings in 1935 in Pittsburg, KS, to its evolution into a multi-location powerhouse serving generations of musicians. Dave and I explore everything from the origins of our iconic music store and its fascinating acquisition story, to the challenges and triumphs of marketing in today’s digital world. We also discuss the vital role of social media and e-comm...

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  From Small Space to Big Player: The Journey of Dave’s Guitar Shop

  Nov 26, 202444 minS0

  <p>In this conversation, Dave Rogers shares the journey of establishing and growing Dave's Guitar Shop, from its humble beginnings in a small space to becoming a significant player in the guitar retail market. He discusses the evolution of the business, the impact of the internet on sales, and the challenges faced over the years. Dave emphasizes the importance of company culture, the dynamics of his team, and the need for personal connections in retail. He reflects on the changing landscape of the guitar market and offers insights into the future of music retail. TAKEAWAYS Dave's Guitar Shop started in...

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  Band Instrument Repair in High Schools: A New Approach to Career and Tech Education

  Nov 13, 202447 minS0

  <p>This conversation explores the innovative approach to teaching high school students about band instrument repair, initiated by Aaron Moss in response to the retirement of a local music store. The discussion covers the development of a curriculum, student engagement, funding through CTE programs, and the importance of balancing educational initiatives with professional repair services. Moss emphasizes the need for in-house repair solutions in schools, the high interest from students, and the potential career paths available in the repair industry.</p> <p>Link to NAfME Article</p> <p>Link to Aaron's Slide Deck</p> <p>Takeaways</p> The initiative to...

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  The Future of Instrument Repair - Opportunities and Challenges with Bill Mathews, Executive Director of NAPBIRT

  Oct 31, 20241h 32mS0

  <p>In this conversation, Donovan Bankhead and Bill Matthews discuss the current state of the instrument repair industry, focusing on the growing demand for repair technicians, particularly among younger generations. </p> <p>They explore the appeal of instrument repair as a career, the challenges faced by technicians, and the importance of fair compensation and a supportive work environment. </p> <p>The discussion also highlights the value of networking through organizations like NAPBIRT and the need for store owners to recognize and invest in their repair teams. </p> <p>In this conversation, Bill Mathews and Donovan Bankhead discuss the importance of...

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  Navigating Growth and Culture: John Tarpley on Leading a Multi-Location Music Retailer

  Jul 30, 20241h 3mS0

  <p>In this episode of the Music Retail Podcast, Donovan Bankhead interviews John Tarpley from Tarpley Music. They discuss the history and founding of Tarpley Music, which dates back to the 1920s. They also talk about the challenges and benefits of having multiple locations, as Tarpley Music has nine locations. They touch on the importance of culture by design and how it has helped shape their company. The conversation also explores the role of e-commerce in the music retail industry and the significance of the school music market. Tarpley Music is focused on building a strong company culture and maintaining...

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