Our Mission
The piano industry has experienced many difficulties and changes over the last several years. Since the Covid years, the trade show space has been a question mark in the U.S., and we recognize that the time seems right to offer a new event that represents the new landscape of the industry as an alternative to previous shows or events that have been weighted to only one side of the industry or the other. As an independent organization with a board of individuals embedded in the industry, we are working to design one event that offers exhibition and educational efficiency to manufacturers by bringing a balanced mix of attendees, including dealers, technicians, musicians, and teachers.
It is extremely important to us that we build this event based on the individual needs and priorities of each exhibitor. Please take a moment to fill out our survey, and feel free to send any additional comments or requests to Laura@PianoBuyer.com. We will take some time to evaluate the responses with the goal of launching the first event in 2027. We hope our work strengthens the piano industry and reflects the changes that are required to meet the modern needs of the many members who are invested in building a thriving future for the next generation of industry members.
Let's talk about the money.
While it obviously costs money to execute a tradeshow, we have two priorities for this event: 1) Make it affordable and efficient for both small and large exhibitors, 2) Use the profits to give back to the industry.
It is no secret that the costliness of pianos often presents a barrier to young musicians. In the U.S., we are currently experiencing a dangerous cycle of undervaluing and underpaying musicians, along with rising costs of living and work. We would like to use the profits from this event to fund scholarships and grants that benefit deserving musicians, schools, teachers, and any other endeavor that promotes the development and sustainability of the piano industry.
If you or your company have causes you'd like to support, please let us know on the survey so we can develop our Give Back strategy accordingly.
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