May 3 • New England Synth Fest at Northeastern University
Dina Pearlman-Ifil, daughter of Alan R. Pearlman and founder of the ARP Foundation, will be presenting a retrospective of Alan R. Pearlman’s legacy at the NE Synth Fest!
The Foundation will also have vintage ARP synths available at several locations, including the festival’s Petting Zoo in Room 354, so attendees can get their hands on the tools that helped musical legends change the world.
When: Saturday, May 3, 2025 Noon – 6 PM in Room 429
Where: Ryder Hall, Northeastern University, 11 Leon St. Boston, Mass. 02115. (right by Ruggles MBTA Station)
Cost: Free! (Donations accepted, DIY Workshop requires advance registration and payment).
Autographed ARP Odyssey – Signed by Herbie Hancock!
The man himself, Herbie Hancock, has graciously signed an ARP Odyssey in support of the Foundation. This full-size Odyssey was generously donated and assembled by Korg USA.
Herbie signed this Odyssey at the Hollywood Bowl while busy on the Chameleon reunion tour. We are always thrilled to have Herbie’s support, and we’re excited to offer a lucky player the opportunity to see his blessing every time they power on their new synth.
Learn more at Synthcube.
June 7 • Celebrating ARP’s Centennial at EMEAPP!
EMEAPP and the Museum of Music Technology are teaming up with the good folks at the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation to bring you a special six-month ARP exhibit. Beginning on June 7th, 2025, we will launch ARP@100: A Centennial Celebration of Alan R. Pearlman’s Legacy (or whatever the official title is), and you’re invited!
Our launch event will focus on Pearlman’s innovations and achievements with videos and a live interview with the Foundation’s Executive Director, Dina Pearlman-Ifil. Experience the sound of vintage ARP synthesizers with performances by electronic music pioneer Don Slepian and modular synthesist, Ombient. You’ll even have the opportunity to experience the new Museum of Music Technology!
Join us in person if you can, or participate in our live stream of the event. Additional workshops, performances and lectures will happen during the run of this unique exhibit. More details to follow, we hope you can join us!
August. 16 • ARP To Be Featured in NAMM’s Museum of Making Music!
On August 16th, NAMM will introduce a new exhibit to its Museum of Making Music: ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact. This exhibit will be a beautiful monument to the legacy of Alan R. Pearlman’s incredible accomplishments, and the lasting change ARP made to the world of music.
The launch event will feature panel discussions, performances, and of course, examples of vintage ARP instruments.