The Music History Project

Tune into The Music History Project for a deep and personal exploration of sound, guided by NAMM's resident Music Historian Dan Del Fiorentino and a team of co-hosts. This isn't just a timeline of dates and names; it's a living conversation drawn directly from the vast NAMM Oral History collection, an archive containing more than 4,500 firsthand interviews. Each episode pulls you into the stories behind the instruments we play and the music we love. You'll hear about pivotal innovations that changed how music is made, follow the fascinating evolution of guitars, keyboards, and all manner of musical tools, and understand the shifting landscape of how those instruments find their way to musicians. The podcast gives a voice to the icons and unsung heroes of the industry-the inventors, retailers, artists, and craftspeople whose collective experiences form the backbone of our musical culture. By weaving these personal narratives together, the series builds a rich, human-centered understanding of music's journey. It’s an ongoing project, much like the archive itself, always uncovering new layers and perspectives for anyone curious about where our music truly comes from.