For Immediate Release

Rebecca Eaddy
Marketing Communications Manager
Roland Corporation U.S.
(323) 890-3718
Rebecca.Eaddy@RolandUS.com

Roland Partners with Kaman Music Corporation

Los Angeles, CA, November 23, 2005—Roland Corporation U.S. is proud to announce it has partnered with Kaman Music Corporation to create the Vic Firth Educational Percussion Model VR7836 Rhythm Coach Virtuoso Kit.

The new kit combines technology with tradition, incorporating Roland’s own RMP-3 Rhythm Coach electronic practice pad with Vic Firth’s extended range 32-note bells. Also included are stand components for the bells and Rhythm Coach, an AC adaptor for the Rhythm Coach, Vic Firth drumsticks and mallets, a detachable music rack for the bells, and peel-off letter name stickers in place of stamped pitch letter names on the bell bars. A fully padded deluxe nylon traveler bag with wheels and retractable handle completes the kit.

Be sure to see Model VR7836 at Winter NAMM booth 5720.

For more information, please contact Kaman Music Corporation, P.O. Box 507 Bloomfield, CT 06002-0507; phone 860-509-8888; fax 860-509-8891. View all Vic Firth Educational Percussion products online at VicFirthInstruments.com.

Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of electronic musical instruments, professional audio equipment, multimedia products, and music accessories. For more information, contact 323-890-3718.

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