One day only! Come to Cosmo Music to see the new Made in Japan Tama STAR drums.
STAR is the new flagship line for TAMA drums. It takes the knowledge and research they cultivated for the Starclassic series to the next level, by reexamining every detail to enhance shell resonance. STAR drums are available in two shell types - Bubinga, with its rich, deep tone; and Maple, which offers a bright and open sound.
STAR drums introduce many exciting new features, such as the "Super Resonant Mounting System", which improves resonance, unique shell constructions, and the Quick-Lock Tom Bracket, a ground-breaking memory [...] Read more
And it has begun! Here are a few things we've spotted so far today: Elton John among a group performing live (and you can watch it), Fender basses and a whatchamacallit, Jackson Guitars, Peavey's next generation, Sennheiser & Shure launches more wireless, Pigtronix pedal, Digitech JamMan SoloXT, Korg MS-20 Mini + more goodies, M-Audio, Akai, Numark, Levy’s straps, Eventide H9 Stomp re-thunk, Kala Banjo Uke, Presonus, DW Drums, from the floor and pre-NAMM Suhr party pics (and breathe).
Yamaha’s 125th anniversary
To commemorate Yamaha’s 125th anniversary, a concert featuring Elton John will be held at the Hyperion Theater is Disneyland California will [...] Read more
Sabian Canadian Holiday Rebate Offer!
During the month of December 2012, spend $150 or more in-store on qualifying
SABIAN cast cymbals and receive a FREE cymbal!
Here’s how it works:
1. Spend $150 or more in-store on qualifying SABIAN cast cymbals
2. Visit www.sabianrebate.com/holiday and fill out online rebate form
3. Write the transaction code from step 2 above on a copy of your receipt and mail it to:
SABIAN Canadian
Holiday Rebate Offer, 219 Main Street, Meductic, NB, Canada, E6H 2L5
It’s that simple! Sabian will mail the cymbal you selected to Cosmo Music and they’ll call you to pick it up. Offer valid in Canada only.
For complete [...] Read more
Event took place on December 4, 2012 by Cosmo Music
Chad Wackerman is one of the most diverse and talented drummers of the jazz and rock scene. Having started his professional career in 1978 with the Bill Watrous band, his appetite for growth in the drumming community has continued since that time. His hard work has payed off in a currency of playing with the who's who of the music world. He has toured, recorded and influenced with the likes of Frank Zappa, Allan Holdsworth, Barbra Streisand, Steve Vai, Andy Summers, Men At Work, Ed Mann, Albert Lee, James Taylor, John Patitucci and the list goes on.
"Chad's drumming combines the [...] Read more
Event took place on October 25, 2012 by Cosmo Music
Blow your mind as THE Kenny Aronoff demonstrates his stylings in this performance clinic! Known for his musical contributions to John Mellencamp, The Smashing Pumpkins, Bob Seger, John Fogerty, The Rolling Stones, Alice Cooper, Santana and many, many more, Kenny is one of the world's most influential and in-demand drummers. For more info on Mr. Aronoff's illustrious career visit www.kennyaronoff.com
Date: Thursday, October 25, 2012 Time: 7:00pm Location: Cosmopolitan Music Hall in Cosmo Music Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 on show day Seating is limited so get your tickets today!
Event took place on October 17, 2012 by Cosmo Music
We are pleased to host Grammy Award winner & drummer extraordinaire Horacio 'El Negro' Hernandez in a unique performance clinic in our very own Cosmopolitan Music Hall. Mr. Hernandez is one of the world's most talented percussionists who has worked with McCoy Tyner & Michel Camilo on Jazz projects as well as Rock legends like Carlos Santana and Steve Winwood. Accompanying 'El Negro' are two of Canada's most influential musicians - Robi Botos on Keyboards and Louis Botos on Bass. Robi Botos is known for his work in the Jazz world here working along side of many local and international [...] Read more
If you're bringing an idle or well played instrument out after a long summer, you should probably take some time to keep that instrument in good order. Ryan and Kyron give some tips on how to keep your guitar, band instrument, or drums in shape.
Tips for guitarists:
Tips for brass and woodwind players:
Tips for percussionists:
Remember, a few minutes or a few dollars spent now can save you a lot of hassle down the road. If you have any questions, feel free to ask any of our repair technicians or staff, they're more than willing to help out!
Kyron takes a look at 5 high quality snare drums offered at Cosmo Music, demonstrating each snare at different levels of tuning. The full video is below. Scroll down further for a quick look at each of the snare drums:
DW Edge Maple/Walnut
Material: Maple Top/Bottom and Walnut Centre
Size: 14"X6"
Shell Thickness: 1/2"
Hoops: 2.3mm Triple Flanged
Sabian and Cosmo Music present Money For Metal! From August 1-31, if you bring your broken cymbals of any brand to Cosmo Music, we'll give you $25 off the purchase of new SABIAN cymbals!
That’s right – this is a great opportunity to get something back for those cracked and broken cymbals you thought you’d have to throw away. During the month of August, bring us your old or broken cymbals – from any brand – and get $25 off brand new SABIAN cymbals. You’ll get one $25 credit for each broken cymbal you submit. Although you may submit as many [...] Read more
