Union Drums Introduces Sean Carey UnionX Signature Series Snare Drums

Drummer for Recent Two-Time Grammy Winner Bon Iver and his project S. Carey

Union Drums introduces their UnionX Recording Series with two Sean Carey Signature Snare Drums. Carey is drummer and supporting vocalist for indie folk band and two-time Grammy Award winner Bon Iver, as well as being leader of his solo effort S. Carey.

These new UnionX Recording Series Snare Drums are as unique as Sean Carey's drumming, both in-studio and on-stage. The walnut-ply construction produces a unique sound that is as rich and warm as it is powerful. Sean says "I like my Union snare a lot, it sounds great, has great snap and good body. I am very attached to this drum and find it very versatile, both onstage and in studio."

The Sean Carey models utilize an 8-ply, 10mm shell with inner and outer plies of walnut, plus 6 inner plies of maple, with 45° bearing edges. Chrome vintage-style tube lugs add a very classic look. The die-cast hoops on top and bottom offer solid, accurate tuning. The Nickelworks snare strainer and Puresound snare wires team up to provide effortless variations of snare response.

Two shell sizes are available on these snare drums, a 14" x 5.5" and a deeper 14" x 7". Both can be tuned easily to accommodate live and recording situations. And both feature a beautiful, high gloss natural walnut finish. Known for producing affordable student to mid-line drumsets and sturdy hardware, these UnionX snare drums are Union's first entry into producing individual component drums.

Sean Carey, who grew up in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin "got the gig" with Bon Iver by studying its first album, For Emma, Forever Ago. For two weeks Sean spent hours learning all of the percussion parts, and even the singing and all harmonies. When the band Sean was in opened for Bon Iver, he approached leader Justin Vernon, and told him he knew all of his songs and wanted to play with him. Carey played for part of Bon Iver's show, and was officially signed to the band that same night. Bon Iver has reached a level of success as For Emma, Forever Ago has reached gold record status in the UK, Australia and Denmark.

Bon Iver’s latest 2011 release, "Bon Iver," was reviewed by Washington Post music critic Chris Richard, calling it "amorphous and triumphant — a haze of acoustic guitars, airy synthesizers and tumbling drums floating beneath Vernon’s hallucinogenic yowl, like two stratus clouds overlapping in a dream."

In August 2010, Sean Carey released his first solo album as S. Carey, All We Grow, on the indie rock label Jagjaguwar, the same label that Bon Iver is signed to. The song "In The Dirt" from that album appears in the last scene of the episode The Dig from the Season 7 of the TV series House M.D.

During September of 2010, S. Carey toured North America with The Tallest Man On Earth, featuring Swedish folk singer Kristian Matsson, and also performed at CMJ Music Marathon in New York in 2010. In 2011 S. Carey opened for indie rock singer-songwriter David Bazan before joining the Bon Iver tour as band director and one of two drummers.

Union Drums are designed and performance-tested in the USA, and come with everything needed to start playing, right out of the box. They offer value-priced intermediate, student and kid’s drum sets, plus quality drum hardware and hand percussion. Read more about Union at http://www.uniondrums.com/.

Cascio Interstate Music Partners with Milwaukee's Discovery World for Summer Teen Workshops and Camps

Wisconsin´s largest music store, Cascio Interstate Music of New Berlin, is providing electric guitars to Milwaukee's Discovery World, to be used in their most popular teen workshops and camps during the summer of 2012. The one-week workshops and camps, "Custom Electric Guitar Designer" and "Custom Electric Guitar Designer Pro," allow teens from southeastern Wisconsin to obtain their own guitar and create custom graphics and designs during the workshop's and camp´s week.

"We are proud to partner with Discovery World to present this unique learning opportunity. Collectively, we hope to inspire attendees to use their creativity to customize a one-of-a-kind electric guitar. We expect this community effort will bring young musical enthusiasts together and help them develop their musical talents," says Christopher Houser, Marketing Manager of Cascio Interstate Music. Discovery World's Executive Director, Paul Krajniak agrees, and states that "Discovery World is grateful for our collaboration with Cascio Interstate Music. We are excited to create a new wave of innovators during this summer experience. The best way to teach about the future is to build it and our collaboration with Cascio Interstate Music is helping us do just that."

"Custom Electric Guitar Designer" is a summer camp for students going into grades 6 - 8, offered in two sessions from June 25-29 and July 30-August 3. This workshop provides the guitar, and has the camper create custom graphics, screenprint on the guitar, and laser etch images onto the pickguard. The cost for this camp is $325 for Discovery World members, $350 for non-members, and includes a $50 materials fee. The other workshop, "Custom Electric Guitar Designer Pro" is offered for teens heading into grades 9 - 12, offered from June 18-22. This workshop includes everything in the first workshop, and adds the ability for teens to modify the electronics for custom tones, along with adding LEDs to light up the guitar. Both the workshops and the camps offer an expert tuneup and lesson from the professionals at Cascio Interstate Music.

Cascio Interstate Music is awarding a FREE $10 Gift Card for anybody who signs up for either of these workshops through Discovery World, useable for any of the thousands of items available in their New Berlin SuperStore. Gift Cards may also be used online at www.interstatemusic.com or via the call center at (800) 462-2263. Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. Discovery World is committed to educational, cultural, and environmental development. The 120,000-square foot facility that includes interactive science, technology and freshwater exhibits, learning labs, theaters, television and audio studios, and fresh and saltwater aquariums. Their exhibits and programs are designed to inspire exploration and creation, and provide lifelong learning for visitors. Visit them online at www.discoveryworld.org. Cascio Interstate Music is among the nation's top independent musical instrument retailers, and the 12th largest musical instrument dealer in the United States. Cascio celebrated 65 years as a music retailer in 2011, and is headquartered in the suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin marketplace, which houses its retail Superstore, Call Center, Web Center and corporate offices. Its Distribution Center in Waukesha, WI handles over 60,000 items. Cascio Interstate Music offers a wide selection of musical instruments, accessories, sheet music, private music lessons, free in-store educational clinics, rentals, repairs, and more. More information on the company is available at www.interstatemusic.com, or visit www.facebook.com/Cascio.Superstore.

St. Patrick's Day 'Winner's Choice' Giveaway - Expires 3/17/12

Enter to WIN One of these Great Prizes from Cascio Interstate Music - During our St. Patrick's Day 'Winners Choice' Giveaway! Contest Ends 3/17/12! Entry is Easy - Just use the Form Below, Tell Us What you would like to Win, Like Us on Facebook & You're entered! There are also some Extra Entries... To give you better odds.

'Winner's Choice' Prize Options:

Zildjian Green Dip Maple Drumsticks - Maple wood provides a lightweight alternative to Hickory. Maple sticks produce dark tones on your instruments and offer a softer feel. Supplement your favorite stick with a maple version to give your playing a new, yet very familiar treatment. our Maple DIP® models are treated with a double coating of our exclusive DIP® grip.

Manhasset Model #48 Symphony Music Stand, Green - 
This is the Longest lasting, most durable music stand made. Rugged, all-aluminum, lightweight desks are ribbed for extra strength. Baked-on, glare-free, black textured finish resists scratches and chipping.

Fender Rock-On Touring Guitar Picks, Pack of 12 - 

Delrin, created by DuPont, is strong, resilient and extremely durable. These picks are die cut and tumbled for a smooth, rounded edge resistant to chipping. Matte finish improves grip, even after hours of playing.

 

Announcing Band Together III - Group Music Program for Young Musicians!

The Cascio Interstate Music Band Together Group Music Program is now gearing up for it's third session! This interactive and collaborative learning experience has been an inspiration for young musicians, teaching them how to play together in an ensemble other than their school band. Instruments covered include guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, vocals and more. Cascio instructors organize students into bands, based on ability, to rehearse and learn together. Students learn inside secrets, marketing techniques, and tools to become successful musicians in working bands! Click Here for a recap of the recently completed Band Together second session.

This unique 10-week session includes instruction from expert musicians
on group dynamics, form, harmony, tonality, melody and phrasing, plus tips on music
marketing, promotion, and networking. In addition, the topics of commitment, dedication, drive, and self-confidence are emphasized as they relate to the band environment. Live performance opportunities are offered, including a chance to perform live on Milwaukee’s WMSE 91.7 FM Frontier Radio, also a supporter of Band Together. Additional savings on products at Cascio Interstate Music SuperStore are also offered.

To be eligible, a student must: (a) understand basic music theory, (b) own an
instrument, (c) be able to read music, and (d) be committed to attend all scheduled
sessions. The cost of the 10-week program is $250.

The audition date for the next session of Band Together will be held on Saturday,
April 14, with the 10-week instructional course/rehearsals beginning on Saturday, April 28. Following the 10-week session students will showcase their skills in a final concert on Cascio’s Soundstage. For more information, please contact Mary Rodgers, Cascio Interstate Music’s Lesson Coordinator at (262) 789-7600 ext. 116, or by email at mrodgers@interstatemusic.com, or stop in at Cascio’s service counter for more information. Be sure to check out www.facebook.com/CascioBandTogether.

Cascio Interstate Music is among the nation’s top independent musical instrument
retailers, as the 12th largest musical instrument dealer in the United States. Cascio celebrated 65 years as a music retailer in 2011, and is headquartered in the suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin marketplace, which houses its retail Superstore, Call Center, Web Center and corporate offices. Its Distribution Center in Waukesha, WI handles over 60,000 items. Cascio Interstate offers a wide selection of musical instruments, accessories, sheet music, private music lessons, free in-store educational clinics, rentals, repairs, and more. More information on the Company is available at www.interstatemusic.com.

Yellow Phone Music Conference 2012 - Halfway To Yellow Phone Pre-Party

Cascio Interstate Music is proud to announce that we will be one of the sponsoring companies of Milwaukee's own Yellow Phone Music Conference, which runs September 6 – September 9, 2012.  The conference provides a way for unsigned musicians in the area to get advice and input from key professionals in the music industry in their efforts to make music/performance become their lifelong career. Learn how to succeed as a musician/band in today's environment and learn the in's and out's of the industry's business side to become a successful band or artist. The conference brings together artists with key music industry executives to help share ideas and discover new opportunities.

A special Halfway To Yellow Phone Pre-Party will be held in the Turner Ballroom, Milwaukee, WI, on Tuesday March 6^th, 2012 at 5pm.  The event will feature free food and beverages, a one day sale for discounted Yellow Phone Music Conference badges, and a free $50 Cascio Interstate Music Gift Card to be given with the purchase of Yellow Phone Music Conference badges.  Click Here for details.

Yellow Phone Music Conference details and online registration are available at: www.theypmc.com!