Popplers Music

Popplers Music Music isn't simply what we do. Music is who we are.
📍Grand Forks, ND | Sioux Falls, SD

Popplers Music is committed to being actively involved in music education and work daily to help teachers find the right material to make their teaching as effective as possible. Along with the working directly with music educators, we strongly believe in being engaged in the institutions and activities that provide long-term support and development for music teachers:

- Associate Member of NAfME & ACDA (both state, regional and national levels) and American Bandmasters
- Attend state and regional music conferences as an underwriting exhibitor
- Purchase advertising in numerous state and regional journals.
- Host and support music reading sessions throughout the school year.
- Numerous philanthropic endeavors in partnership with music advocacy and continuing education efforts. Our staff is comprised primarily of former teachers and musicians with bachelors, masters and even PHD's...all here to be of support in your teaching endeavor!

10/01/2026

Meet the Yamaha BR Chicago Artist Model Trumpet in B♭ 🎺

A flagship instrument built for exceptional response, rich resonance, and versatility across orchestral, classical, cinematic, and contemporary playing.

Take a closer look as we unbox this incredible new addition from Yamaha! ✨

09/30/2026

Why Did Yamaha Start Making Motorcycles? 🏍️ | Craig Knudsen on Popplers Podcast

Craig Knudsen shares the fascinating connection: Yamaha became highly skilled at producing the precision cast-iron plates used in acoustic pianos, expertise that could also be applied to manufacturing engine blocks.

And despite Yamaha’s expansion far beyond musical instruments, Craig points out one detail that still connects it all back to music: the three tuning forks of the Yamaha logo.

🎙️ Hear more from Craig Knudsen on the Popplers Music Podcast.

09/29/2026

Skullgirls Jazz Cover 🎷 | “Unfinished Business”

Video game music but make it jazz 🎮🎷

Played on the Yamaha YBS-480 Baritone Saxophone, this demo highlights the depth, punch, and character the bari sax brings even in modern, crossover repertoire like video game music.

09/25/2026

Beautiful Hymn Moment 🎹 | Softly and Tenderly (Arr. Jonas Fisher)

Enjoy this peaceful performance of Softly and Tenderly, arranged and performed by Jonas Fisher at Zion Lutheran Church in Aberdeen, South Dakota. 🎶

This hymn demonstration features the Rodgers Imagine 351D organ. While the 351D is now discontinued, churches exploring similar sound and flexibility may want to consider the Rodgers Imagine 359LTe, a current model offering a rich tonal palette and modern organ technology for worship.

09/24/2026

Can Piano Technology Really Make Someone Cry? | Yamaha Follow Lights

Some might call Yamaha Follow Lights a gimmick. But for one woman, the experience of playing brought her to tears. 🎹

Craig Knudsen shares how this Yamaha technology gave someone a glimpse of what it feels like to play the piano, showing how innovation can help make music more accessible to everyone.

🎙️ Watch the full conversation with Craig Knudsen on the Popplers Music Podcast.

09/23/2026

“Someday My Prince Will Come” 🎼 | Jazz Piano on Yamaha GB1K

Enjoy a classic jazz standard brought to life as Dylan Galaura performs “Someday My Prince Will Come” on the Yamaha GB1K Baby Grand Piano in our Popplers Artist Series. 🎹✨

The GB1K’s singing tone and refined touch make it a beautiful match for lyrical jazz melodies and expressive phrasing. A wonderful example of how this Yamaha grand shines in both educational and performance settings.

🎶 Watch the full All Playing, No Talking video on our channel to hear more from this session!

09/22/2026

How to Care for Your Bass Clarinet Reed | Instrument Care

Proper reed care can help your bass clarinet reeds last longer and stay in better playing condition!

Janelle demonstrates how to properly remove and store your bass clarinet reed after playing, including how a reed guard helps it dry flat and completely between practice sessions.

🎵 Looking for more instrument care tips? Watch our full Bass Clarinet Care video and explore care videos, maintenance tips, and recommended supplies for a variety of instruments on our Instrument Care & Maintenance resource page.

🌐 Explore Instrument Care Resources:
popplersmusic.com/instrument-care-and-maintenance

09/18/2026

Hear the Yamaha YTS-875EX 🎷 | Première Solo: Andante et Boléro

🎷 Experience the expressive sound of the Yamaha YTS-875EX Custom EX Tenor Saxophone with Jules Demersseman’s Première Solo: Andante et Boléro.

The YTS-875EX is designed for professional-level performance, featuring a one-piece bell, Custom EX neck, ergonomic keywork, and a rich, focused tone that gives musicians plenty of room for expression.

Follow Popplers Music for more instrument demonstrations, performances, and educational content for musicians, educators, and students throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, and the Upper Midwest.

Address

1726 S Washington S
Grand Forks, ND
58201

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+17017467471

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