Musikmesse is one of the most important, and certainly the biggest trade show for musical instrument innovators and makers and the music business in general. In addition to musical instruments, manufacturers of music software, computer hardware, sheet music and accessories are represented. This year's exposition is in Frankfurt am Main from 1 to 4 April 2009. Last year there were 1,652 exhibitors from 47 countries and around 78,500 visitors. More are expected this year.
Shep and Darci Jones of Fiddarci Lutherie, the manufacturer of Rickert & Ringholz-Fiddarci Lutherie Type II and Cradle of Harmony Octave Violins. Rickert & Ringholz is a brand of Don Rickert Research & Design. They will also be showing Fiddarci Lutherie violins. We'll have a full report and lots of video upon their return. Here are some photos from their departure:
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