Get yer Sticks Ready - the Stick Depot

Keep an extra pair of sticks conveniently within reach in case you need them! The Stick Depot is easy to attach to cymbal stands or other hardware - and has that incredible "beat-the-famous-internet-guys" pricing. Come by the store and check them out in the drum room!

Hey, quit drumming on the furniture!

Beginning drummers need to practice a lot (and are generally beating on things all  the time anyway!). Your drummer needs a practice pad - they can beat on these all day, no worries!

The surfaces are designed to give a real drum feel, but they are a LOT quieter. Come by the store and take a look at all  the options we have at Young America Music School - Macon & Middle Georgia's best music store!

Drum Books (Yes, I want to bang on a drum all day)

Hey, drummers - need to learn how to play? We have a GREAT selection of books covering a variety of styles that can help YOU master the art of the drums.

We also have an excellent drum teacher - Mark Williams (of the Joey Stuckey Band, the Mosely Dixon Project, and others....) who can help you learn to play much faster.

So come on by the store and see what we've got in stock. Things are always changing at YAMS [Middle Georgia's best music store].

Roland Demo Day - Saturday June 5th

Roland Demo Day @ Young America Music School:
Coming Saturday June 5th

YAMS will host our first Roland Demo Day on Saturday, June 5th. We'll be featuring performances by Macon's own Matt Moncrief as well as the Mosely Dixon Project (all of whom teach at the store).

After the performances the guys will split out and demonstrate, along with Roland rep Dan Quisenberry, a whole slew of interesting gear from Roland, Boss, and Edirol.

Tom Rule will be talking about keyboards & combo amps & music technology in general,
Mark Williams will demo Roland's electronic drums and the Rock-Band compatible software that's available,
and Bobby Hall & Matt Moncrief will talk guitars and Boss effects pedals.
Dan Quisenberry will float, answering all those questions the other guys can't answer.

We're trying to talk Dan into doing some of the killer demo stuff he does - we hear he's incredible!

We’ll have 2 sessions:
one from 11:00 to Noonish,
and the second from 1 - 2 pm(-ish!).

No registration needed – but please share the word on Facebook, email, or tell a few people. It’s sure to be fun!

(oh, yeah – free hotdogs, too!)

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YAMS Roland Demo Day
Saturday June 5th
11 am-12 pm and
1-2 pm
FREE
Spread the word!
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For more information:

Call the store at (478) 474-4264.
Website: http://www.youngamericamusic.com

The Mosely Dixon Project
Contact Mark Williams at (478) 737-7410
Website: http://www.MoselyDixonProject.com

Spread the word
Share this event,
leave a comment,
send an email.

It's gonna be a blast!

[...and oh, yeah - free hot dogs as well!]

Roland HD-1 digital drums - AFFORDABLE QUALITY!

Roland’s V-Drums are the most popular electronic drums in the world, but not everyone has the room or budget for a full V-Drums kit. Introducing the new Roland HD-1. It's forged from the same technology as its predecessors, but it's much simpler to use. It’s also incredibly quiet, thanks to the newly designed kick beater, cushioned tom pads, and snare head. The HD-1 is also conveniently compact and stylish — perfect for every home, school, studio, etc. — and it's priced for the masses. Most of the HD-1’s components are mounted on one stand for easy setup and transport, and for a clean look. Just take it out of the box and play.

It might look small, but the HD-1 sounds and performs impressively large. With Roland’s legendary V-Drum know-how at the core, this little kit is a dream for first-timer or casual players as well as for parents, since the volume level can be completely controlled via volume knob and/or headphones.

What is the HD-1? It's an all-in-one drum kit for those on a budget......and even more affordable at the YAMS "beat-the-internet-guys" pricing. Come on down and take a look!

Need even more info? CLICK HERE to visit Roland's site, complete with audio and video!

June 5th: Roland Demo Days!

Just announced: YAMS will host a Roland Demo Day, featuring the great Roland, Edirol, and Boss products we're carrying.

Things are still being firmed up, but we do know that our Roland Rep and overall great guy - Dan Quisenberry - will be on hand for detailed info. We'll have the Mosely Dixon Project performing  and demonstrating some of what's available.

What type of stuff will be there?

1. Some Roland keyboards, including the flagship Juno-G


2. Combo Amps, including the KC-550


3. All sorts of Boss pedals


4. Edirol recording gear


5. Digital Drums & software


6. ....and lots more!

Go ahead and put it on your calendar!

Saturday June 5th at Young America Music School

Need more Cowbell?

Need more cowbell in your life? YAMS has got you covered, with several types of cowbells available in the Drum area - all at special "beat-the-internet-guys" pricing. Come by the store and take a look!

The World's Smallest Metronome: MetroGnome by Korg

The MetroGnome is a tiny earpiece-style metronome for highly private timing guidance.  This is perfect for those situations when no-one needs to know you're using a metronome, or when you really want the click to be "in your face".

The MetroGnome is the world's smallest, lightest metronome, and you can see has a unique design.

You can't beat the the digital accuracy - this thing has everything you need for complete rhythm training. It's comfortable on your ear -  Only you can hear it.

Tempo Range: 40 to 208 bpm.

Meters: 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4 time signatures.

Duplet, triplet, and quadruplet beats.

Long life lithium battery for cable-free use

Battery life 500 hours.

Dimensions: .64” wide x 1.83” deep x .66” high

Weight: .2 oz.

PLUS it's at the standard YAMS "beat-the-internet-guys" pricing. Come by and check it out!

It's a sign, it's a Cymbal!

YAMS has a nice selection of Sabian cymbals available for checking out. Come by the Drum Room and see what we have in stock!

YAMS - Macon's best music store.

Jumbi steel drum

OK, this one is just cool, and tons of fun to play with. It's a genuine steel drum, complete with stand and "mallets", that has a surprisingly good tone. While I think it's really meant for the education market - to be used in a music classroom - it would make  great addition to any studio or band. For that matter, a playroom!

It offers an octave's worth of notes from the major scale, and works well with guitarists playing in sharp keys. If you don't know what that means, don't worry about it - it's just fun, and the design makes it hard to hit a "clam" note.

We've had a ball doodling with it at the store - Emmett & Peggy both have had to chase the teacher's off of the thing when we're between students!



Guitar Teacher (and member of the Mosely Dixon Project) Bobby Hall was even caught on camera playing with the Jumbi!



Here's what it sounds like. (This was captured with a nintendo DSi).

Jumbi steel drum at Young America Music School in Macon, GA.

So come by the store and play with the thing!

Pound Away!

... on some drums from Young America music School. We carry lots of drum "stuff", including sticks and cymbals. We also have a good selection of "kid beginner' drumsets - hey, it's not too early to start thinking about Christmas!

Drum Camp @ YAMS!

2009 marks the 2nd year that our percussion teacher, Mark Williams, has held a Drum Camp. The next session will be July 6-10.

CLICK HERE for more info and an online form to contact Mark.

Roland V-Drums lite: HD-1

Roland’s V-Drums are the most popular electronic drums in the world, but not everyone has the room or budget for a full V-Drums kit. Introducing the new Roland HD-1. It's forged from the same technology as its predecessors, but it's much simpler to use. It’s also incredibly quiet, thanks to the newly designed kick beater, cushioned tom pads, and snare head. The HD-1 is also conveniently compact and stylish — perfect for every home, school, studio, etc. — and it's priced for the masses. Most of the HD-1’s components are mounted on one stand for easy setup and transport, and for a clean look. Just take it out of the box and play.

• Easy set-up and operation


• Compact and stylish design


• Great sounds with a variety of kits

Small Price, Big Performance
It might look small, but the HD-1 sounds and performs impressively large. With Roland’s legendary V-Drum know-how at the core, this little kit is a dream for first-timer or casual players as well as for parents, since the volume level can be completely controlled via volume knob and/or headphones.

Play-Along Fun
The HD-1 is equipped with an external input for connecting CD-players, iPods®, and the like. Jam along with your favorite songs, and control the blend of music and your live drumming through headphones or an amplifier.

Borderless Expression
The HD-1 is a great way to enhance musical expression and enjoyment in your home. Used along with other popular instruments such as Roland’s digital pianos, the HD-1 will serve as the nucleus for family fun and musical enrichment.

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Click here to get more info - and see the V-drums HD-1 in action.

Click here to play with the V-drum interactive demo

More cowbell!

As you can see, we have several different styles of cowbells (and woodblocks, too!) at Young America Music. Come by and check them out!

A new meaning of the phrase "Stick it"

YAMS has a good selection of drumsticks, in all weights - and with both natural and nylon tips. If you need some sticks, come by YAMS and check out what we've got in stock!

Mallets, not Mullets!

Why are puns universally reviled, and yet attract so much attention? in any case, we wanted to mention publicly that there are mallets available from YAMS, for all of you Mallet players out there. Come on by and check out the selection!

.....and if you don't see what you need, PLEASE let Emmett know. He really likes to keep in stock what our customers need!

Drummers - practice without bothering anybody!

Here's a way for drummers to keep practicing without waking up anybody. This practice pad has a great natural feel, and is perfect for working on your technique. Come by YAMS and see all the different types of drum practice pads we have in stock!

Drummers: Stickwrap is a GOOD thing!

Ever had your sticks slip out of your hands while playing? Here's your solution - Stickwrap! Swing by the store and check them out!

Thunder Rods

Drummers, here's a way to get a different sound from your snare. YAMS is now carrying "Thunder Rods" - drumsticks made up of a dozen or so small dowels, all tied together. It's a cool sound - has most of the snap of a regular stick, yet still different.

Come by YAMS and check 'em out!

Gorilla Snot - not as gross as it sounds

What izzit? It's green goo that you put on your hands - that will keep your picks or drumsticks from slipping out of your hands! Gross name - really handy stuff. Come by and check it out - we have a sample jar on the counter.

...... and no, it doesn't really smell that bad, either. Sorry.