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SATCoL acquires Just Music

Salvation Army Trading Company Limited (SATCoL) has acquired Just Music, the well known brass and wind band sheet music supplier.

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  There will be over 39,000 titles integrated into the SATCol system

Salvation Army Trading Company Limited (SATCoL) has announced that it has acquired Just Music, the well-known brass and wind band sheet music supplier.

It further solidifies SATCoL's position in the competitive market and sees it take over the highly respected Scottish business founded in 1985 by Nigel and Mary Durno.

Comprehensive

"We are thrilled to welcome Just Music into the SATCoL family," Heidi Sones, Manager at Studio Music told 4BR.

"It will sit alongside Studio Music, R Smith & Lush Life Music, aligning perfectly with our mission to provide comprehensive resources for musicians of all levels. Nigel and Mary Durno have built an extraordinary legacy, and we are honoured to carry their vision forward."

Thanks

Reflecting on the news, Just Music founders Nigel and Mary Durno stated: "We thank all our customers for their loyal business over the years — and to all the composers, arrangers and music publishers with whom we have enjoyed great relationships..

We are confident that the standards of excellence we have established with the Just Music brand will continue to nurture the growth of brass and wind band music."

Over 39,000 titles will now be made available to browse and purchase with integration into the SATCoL music system.

Smooth transition

Richard Phillips, Music Editor at SATCoL stated: "We are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for Just Music customers and partners.

Our goal is to enhance the overall experience and provide even greater access to a diverse range of sheet music resources."

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