Music Inc Magazine August 2026

From inventory planning and rental programs to educator partnerships and customer service strategies, dealers share the preparation, best practices and essential products that help drive a successful fall season. — By Kimberly Kapela B ack-to-school success starts months before the first bell. The fall rush marks one of the busiest and most critical times of the year for MI retailers across the country. As classes return to session, parents begin searching for student instruments, educators prepare their programs and musicians get ready to continue their musical journeys.

For B&O dealers, a successful fall season doesn’t happen overnight. It re- quires months of planning, inventory management and staff preparation.

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