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3rd Annual Clarinet Day

Posted on March 12, 2019April 9, 2019 by Tori

We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual Clarinet Day at MMI! April 13, 2019 from 10am-5pm. Jonathan Gunn -clarinet professor from University of Texas - Austin, will be our featured guest artist. Jonathan will performing a small recital and giving Read More...

Gifts for the Oboist

Posted on December 13, 2018December 13, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

Not sure what to buy for the Oboist on your holiday shopping list? Don't worry! We've put together a list of ideas at all price levels! Call us if you would like more assistance, we are happy to help! Read More...

Gifts for the Bassoonist

Posted on December 13, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

Not sure what to buy for the Bassoonist on your holiday shopping list? Don't worry! We've put together a list of ideas at all price levels! Call us if you would like more assistance, we are happy to help! Under Read More...

New, Full conservatory Loree Cabart oboes!

Posted on December 4, 2018December 4, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

Introducing the new, Full conservatory Loree Cabart oboes! These instruments have long been sought after as the top of the line intermediate level oboe. Finally, with the addition of the Split-D ring key on the right hand, we have an Read More...

Bassoon Brands and Models

Posted on August 3, 2018August 3, 2018 by Katie

Choosing the right bassoon can be a daunting task. This guide will clarify what bassoon brands and models we offer as you seek the right instrument for you. We are always happy to speak with you over the phone, so Read More...

Tips from our Techs--Humidity Issues

Posted on June 21, 2018June 21, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

Tip from head repair technician, Eric Anderson Summer is that time of year when humidity increases and the wood body of instruments begins to expand. This happens along the width and length of the wood grain affecting both the Read More...

Introducing our newest repair technician, Brian!

Posted on June 20, 2018June 21, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

Brian DeGayner, MMI's newest repair technician

We are happy to announce that we have a new team member! Brian DeGayner has joined MMI in the repair department. He graduated from Southeast Technical in Red Wing with a diploma in band instrument repair in 2016. Prior to Read More...

2nd Annual Clarinet Day!!

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

Event is free and no registration required! SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2018 10AM-4PM AT MIDWEST MUSICAL IMPORTS Free repairs, food, and instrument trials all day! Location: MMI's Recital Hall All levels of clarinetists (and parents & band directors) welcome! GIVEAWAYS! STUDENTS--Win one of two student only prizes--a Buffet Prodige clarinet or a $250 clarinet scholarship! SIGN UP TO WIN! Read More...

Emily Brebach Oboe & English Horn Masterclass

Posted on September 15, 2017January 17, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

You're invited!! FREE!! Mini-recital Masterclass Reception following the class Large selection of oboes and English horns for trial Free small repairs Emily Brebach joined the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra playing English horn and oboe in the fall of 2012. Ms. Read More...

Darrel Hale Bassoon Masterclass

Posted on September 11, 2017January 17, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

Mini-recital with works by Bach, Mignone & Winstead Masterclass Reception following the class Large selection of bassoons and bocals for trial Free small repairs Darrel Hale is the Assistant Professor of Bassoon at Louisiana State University and the Principal Bassoon of Read More...

Richie Hawley Clarinet Masterclass

Posted on September 8, 2017January 17, 2018 by Jessica Nelson

You're invited! We are excited to host Richie Hawley on Saturday, September 30th from 2-4pm! The class will be held at Midwest Musical Imports in our recital hall. Please join us for this free and incredible clarinet event! Read More...

Virtual Tour of Our New Location

Posted on June 28, 2017July 7, 2017 by Jessica Nelson

We absolutely love our new location and think you will, too!! The store has doubled in size!! We've added practice/lesson rooms, a recital hall, increased the size of our repair shop and sales floor. Please stop by for a visit! Read More...

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