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Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Thu Mar 11, 2010 7:57 pm
by The Big Ben
Listening to NPR's "All Things Considered" this afternoon, there was a story about Blessing's expansion plans in Elkhart, Indiana. They are adding 20 jobs now and are looking to add more if things hold up. The representative from Blessing stated that they were looking to make a committment to the American musical instrument industry.
Have a look/listen:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/stor ... =124583703" target="_blank
Re: Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Thu Mar 11, 2010 11:10 pm
by Dan Schultz
Re: Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2010 10:27 am
by pigman
There is a tuba and two Euphoniums in the works!!!!!!
Re: Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2010 10:53 am
by Dan Schultz
I think the 'parts lady' (Shirley) retired a few months ago when the sale became apparent. She was only working part time but let me tell you.... this lady 'knew her stuff' and could tell you exactly what was in stock at any given time. Never had any problems getting parts from Blessing. I hope this tradition continues.
Unlike the situation with Besson who's brands were picked up by Buffet-Crampon. Just try getting euphonium parts from those guys!
Re: Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2010 12:27 pm
by Sam Gnagey
TubaTinker wrote:I think the 'parts lady' (Shirley) retired a few months ago when the sale became apparent. She was only working part time but let me tell you.... this lady 'knew her stuff' and could tell you exactly what was in stock at any given time. Never had any problems getting parts from Blessing. I hope this tradition continues.
Unlike the situation with Besson who's brands were picked up by Buffet-Crampon. Just try getting euphonium parts from those guys!
Her name is Sonya, and, as of a couple weeks ago, she was still on the job.
Re: Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Sat Mar 13, 2010 9:39 am
by pigman
Her name is Sherri Meyers. She was retired at the age of 39(+40). Sherri was the best in the biz. and one the nicest ladies in the world.
ray Noguera
Re: Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Sun Mar 14, 2010 12:16 pm
by pigman
Joe I was being a gentleman Sherri is "Jack Benny 39". Sandy her daughter who used to answer the phone s at EKB is 60.
Watch for great things out of the new 3 million dollar factory.
ray Noguera
Re: Musical Expansion in Elkhart, Indiana
Posted: Sun Mar 14, 2010 12:24 pm
by Dan Schultz
pigman wrote:Joe I was being a gentleman Sherri is "Jack Benny 39". Sandy her daughter who used to answer the phone s at EKB is 60.
Watch for great things out of the new 3 million dollar factory.
ray Noguera
Well... 'Shirley' was close!
She's one heck of a nice lady. Parts were never a problem.