Yamaha Corporation

Yamaha Proudly Announces its Fourth Annual 40 Under 40 Music Educators List

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

BUENA PARK, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the fourth year, Yamaha has selected 40 exceptional music educators under 40, who possesses action, courage, creativity, and growth characteristics while going above and beyond when instructing music programs.

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  • BUENA PARK, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the fourth year, Yamaha has selected 40 exceptional music educators under 40, who possesses action, courage, creativity, and growth characteristics while going above and beyond when instructing music programs.
  • "Music educators are undertaking some of the most innovative, creative, and impactful programs to make a difference in strengthening and encouraging arts education nationwide," said Heather Mansell, marketing manager, education group at Yamaha Corporation of America.
  • Students, parents, teachers, and local instrument dealers and mentors submitted hundreds of nominations highlighting the positive impact of these music educators on their community and students.
  • "Yamaha shares the same commitment to high-quality, well-rounded music education for all, and we look forward to supporting and encouraging the efforts of these 40 outstanding educators and the thousands more like them across the country."

Yamaha Unveils "THE JOYFUL PIANO" Concert Movie, Performed by Three People with Physical Disabilities in Sync with Orchestra/Chorus, and "AI-assisted Piano"

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

HAMAMATSU, Japan, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yamaha Corporation is pleased to announce that the movie and special website of an unprecedented piano concert was opened to the public from February 7. Held at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on December 21, 2023, "THE JOYFUL PIANO" was an exceptional concert in which three people with disabilities in limbs played Beethoven's 9th Symphony with an orchestra and chorus. They played the "AI-assisted Piano (*)" that automatically synchronized to and accompanied the pianist, allowing them to play physically manageable parts and delegating the rest to the AI.

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  • They played the "AI-assisted Piano (*)" that automatically synchronized to and accompanied the pianist, allowing them to play physically manageable parts and delegating the rest to the AI.
  • Inspired by the passion of the pianists to play the 9th, no matter what their disabilities or experiences are, Yamaha decided to support their dream with the power of technology.
  • The concert was planned to communicate their courage and joy of playing music to the world and encourage people to take a new step forward.
  • "Since its foundation, Yamaha has always striven to make music 'accessible to everyone,' or to make it something 'anyone can enjoy.'

Yamaha Unveils "THE JOYFUL PIANO" Concert Movie, Performed by Three People with Physical Disabilities in Sync with Orchestra/Chorus, and "AI-assisted Piano"

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, February 7, 2024

HAMAMATSU, Japan, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yamaha Corporation is pleased to announce that the movie and special website of an unprecedented piano concert was opened to the public from February 7. Held at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on December 21, 2023, "THE JOYFUL PIANO" was an exceptional concert in which three people with disabilities in limbs played Beethoven's 9th Symphony with an orchestra and chorus. They played the "AI-assisted Piano (*)" that automatically synchronized to and accompanied the pianist, allowing them to play physically manageable parts and delegating the rest to the AI.

Key Points: 
  • They played the "AI-assisted Piano (*)" that automatically synchronized to and accompanied the pianist, allowing them to play physically manageable parts and delegating the rest to the AI.
  • Inspired by the passion of the pianists to play the 9th, no matter what their disabilities or experiences are, Yamaha decided to support their dream with the power of technology.
  • The concert was planned to communicate their courage and joy of playing music to the world and encourage people to take a new step forward.
  • "Since its foundation, Yamaha has always striven to make music 'accessible to everyone,' or to make it something 'anyone can enjoy.'

Yamaha Expands Line of Audio Mixers for Multiplayer Gamers and Streamers

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

BUENA PARK, Calif., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Yamaha announced the launch of the ZG02, the latest offering in the company's audio mixers designed specifically for gaming. Ideal for multiplayer gamers and game streamers, the compact mixer with USB interface enables users to quickly adjust their game sound, chat, and voice levels on the fly. It also allows activation of voice effects, 3D surround sound and competitive-gaming focus modes, with full customization through a Windows/Mac app.

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  • BUENA PARK, Calif., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Yamaha announced the launch of the ZG02, the latest offering in the company's audio mixers designed specifically for gaming.
  • Ideal for multiplayer gamers and game streamers, the compact mixer with USB interface enables users to quickly adjust their game sound, chat, and voice levels on the fly.
  • It also allows activation of voice effects, 3D surround sound and competitive-gaming focus modes, with full customization through a Windows/Mac app.
  • "Our new ZG02 gaming mixer is perfect for multiplayer gaming enthusiasts who are not satisfied with their current audio setup," said Alex Sadeghian, director of consumer audio at Yamaha Corporation of America.

Yamaha Introduces SEQTRAK the Ultimate Music Creation Station

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

BUENA PARK, Calif., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yamaha, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments and audio solutions, today announced SEQTRAK, an all-in-one, music creation station designed for composing and performing electronic music from anywhere. The compact music station allows users to capture ideas quickly, create original music using its versatile sound and sample engines and connect with fans using its powerful performance features and streamlined connectivity.

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  • The compact music station allows users to capture ideas quickly, create original music using its versatile sound and sample engines and connect with fans using its powerful performance features and streamlined connectivity.
  • Plus, the depth of the SEQTRAK app adds an entire dimension for turning those ideas into completed music and video," says Nate Tschetter, senior manager, product marketing at Yamaha Corporation of America.
  • SEQTRAK features a one-to-one interface, lightweight design, captivating sound, a built-in speaker and microphone, and a rechargeable battery to empower sophisticated electronic music production.
  • The SEQTRAK app enables users to shape the sound precisely with robust editing features, including managing content, deep sound editing, a visualizer mode to add video to your music, and more.

Yamaha Launches New Flagship Genos2 Arranger Workstation

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

BUENA PARK, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yamaha, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments and audio solutions, today announced the flagship Genos2. This next-generation arranger workstation delivers legendary Yamaha sounds combined with the highest cutting-edge technology to transform solo players into the ultimate cover band. Unique to Genos2, passionate DIY musicians can experience the magic of its Real Ambient Drums and AI Chord Mode, bringing a new musical dimension to playing.

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  • BUENA PARK, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yamaha, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments and audio solutions, today announced the flagship Genos2.
  • This next-generation arranger workstation delivers legendary Yamaha sounds combined with the highest cutting-edge technology to transform solo players into the ultimate cover band.
  • Unique to Genos2, passionate DIY musicians can experience the magic of its Real Ambient Drums and AI Chord Mode, bringing a new musical dimension to playing.
  • "We are beyond excited to welcome the Genos2 as our newest flagship arranger workstation," says Ben Harrison, product marketing manager, keyboards at Yamaha Corporation of America.

Yamaha Introduces New, Reimagined HS Series Compact Studio Monitors for the Uncompromising Creator

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

BUENA PARK, Calif., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yamaha, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments and audio solutions, today announced the next generation of its legendary HS Series: the HS3 and HS4 speakers. These new two-way bass reflex powered studio monitors feature a premium, compact design that delivers faithful sound reproduction for passionate professionals and audiophiles who require a small, lightweight footprint. The speakers also maintain clear, transparent acoustical versatility to meet the needs of a creator's next project.

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  • These new two-way bass reflex powered studio monitors feature a premium, compact design that delivers faithful sound reproduction for passionate professionals and audiophiles who require a small, lightweight footprint.
  • The speakers also maintain clear, transparent acoustical versatility to meet the needs of a creator's next project.
  • "With this new generation of HS Series, everyone from audio connoisseurs to aspiring production professionals can experience a premium studio set up at home," says Preston Gray, director of marketing for professional audio at Yamaha Corporation of America.
  • Since the 1970's, Yamaha has developed nearfield reference monitors that have served as the industry standard, including the flagship HS Series, first introduced in 2005.

AI-Powered UKG Pro HCM Suite Built to Create Great Workplaces

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

UKG Aspire — UKG , a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions for all people, this week announced the highly anticipated availability of the UKG Great Place To Work® Hub to all UKG Pro customers.

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  • UKG Aspire — UKG , a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions for all people, this week announced the highly anticipated availability of the UKG Great Place To Work® Hub to all UKG Pro customers.
  • Also at UKG Aspire, Pro customers received an up-close look at the enhanced UKG Pro suite mobile application experience.
  • The Great Place To Work Hub is an industry-first solution that transforms HR metrics into opportunities for equity, belonging, and creating great leaders.
  • “When you take the rich Great Place To Work data and intersect it with the UKG Pro HCM suite, magic begins to happen — with next-generation insights that help organizations become a ‘For All’ company,” Brian K. Reaves, chief belonging, equity, and impact officer at UKG, told more than 5,000 people gathered for UKG Aspire to celebrate the impact of technology on building great workplaces.

Yamaha Gives the Gift of Music this Season Through Annual Holiday Campaign

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

BUENA PARK, Calif., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Yamaha announced the return of its annual holiday campaign, encouraging families to fuel their budding musicians' passion and give the gift of music-making by bringing home Yamaha musical instruments this holiday season. "They have a gift. Help them open it" is the driving force behind the promotion and empowers everyone to Make Waves through music and sound.

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  • BUENA PARK, Calif., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Yamaha announced the return of its annual holiday campaign, encouraging families to fuel their budding musicians' passion and give the gift of music-making by bringing home Yamaha musical instruments this holiday season.
  • Help them open it" is the driving force behind the promotion and empowers everyone to Make Waves through music and sound.
  • Since its founding in 1887, Yamaha has worked continuously to innovate musical instruments, audio products, music education and more.
  • For more information on Yamaha holiday promotions, please visit Holiday Gift Guide - Yamaha USA .

Mitsubishi Motors Booth to Inspire Drivers' Adventurous Spirit at the Japan Mobility Show 2023

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

TOKYO, Oct 19, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) will exhibit at the Japan Mobility Show 2023(1) with the booth theme of "Awaken the adventurous spirit within you.

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  • TOKYO, Oct 19, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) will exhibit at the Japan Mobility Show 2023(1) with the booth theme of "Awaken the adventurous spirit within you.
  • Adventures for all - anytime and anywhere" to inspire drivers' spirit of adventure in a variety of settings, from everyday life to uncharted lands.
  • With a sculpted design inspired by mountain ranges, the Unexplored Adventures Area will feature Mitsubishi Motors' electrified crossover MPV concept car which will make its global debut at the Japan Mobility Show.
  • Demonstrations will be held for visitors to experience the first-class quality sound developed by Mitsubishi Motors and Yamaha.