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Black Cat Music is delighted to introduce the fully redesigned Diva full-stage acoustical shell from Wenger Corporation. Easier to handle, larger and with greater aesthetic flexibility for architects and designers, the New Diva incorporates numerous functional and aesthetic improvements built on the heritage and operational experience gained from hundreds of custom acoustical shells installed around the world.

Handling and setup are now even easier, with more size and design options now available. 

Design enhancements that simplify and speed the movement and positioning of Diva towers include a built-in handle at the tower base. In addition a new, lighter air mover offers greater maneuverability than the previous model, plus easier attachment to the tower frame thanks to a new hook assembly. A non-motorized wheeled mover is also available, with swivel casters providing smooth movement in any direction.



The stronger, simplified frame extrusion increases the maximum tower height by eight feet (2.4 m) – up to 40 feet (12.2 m) total permitting the specification of structurally larger Diva acoustical shells. Furthermore, the redesigned extruded ceiling truss now accommodates the additional ceiling lights required by the larger shells. 

New Diva towers feature a narrower vertical trim strip, now integrated into the panel edges as a subtle aesthetic feature that will be appreciated by architects and designers. This trim strip can be finished a variety of ways such as painted, anodized or with a wood grain texture. For any size Diva shell, designers can specify finish options that integrate the design of the shell's towers and ceiling panels into the overall performance environment.

Although constructed on a common framework, each Diva shell is customized to unique design criteria and manufactured in Wenger's ISO-certified manufacturing facility. In addition Wenger offers complete installation services, on-site training and a five-year warranty.



During February Black Cat Music are offering the Wenger Preface Conductor’s music stand at a 10% discount compared to the usual price. But act quickly, February is a short month and we wouldn’t want you to miss the opportunity to acquire this excellent product at a great price!

Already affordably priced thanks to elegant design and clever engineering, the Preface Conductor’s stand still benefits from plenty of useful features. This stylish conductor's stand enjoys a large desk, a sleek, non-scratch black surface, and dual posts offering superb stability and strength. Although robust it's also extremely lightweight and easy to use and store. The tilting desk permits easy angle adjustment while integrated storage keeps all the conductor's needs nearby and out-of-sight. In fact, it's been exquisitely fine-tuned to give conductors more stand for less money. Plus each stand comes with a 5-year warranty.

For full details of the Preface Conductor’s stand and to take advantage of this special offer visit Black Cat Music web site.

With savings of up to 75%, now is a great time to visit the Black Cat Music web site and buy a bargain. Currently products on offer include many different types of chairs, instrument storage and racks, music stands and lights, risers, staging, costume racks and many more high quality products.

The Black Cat Music ‘Stock Clearance Sale’ is still open but stocks are limited so buyers are advised to get online quickly to take advantage of this rare opportunity to own these useful quality items at greatly reduced prices.

Wenger continues to roll out the benefits and comfort associated with their popular range of Nota Chairs, with the important addition of a commanding new Conductor’s Chair. Available shortly from Black Cat Music, master distributor of Wenger products, the Nota Conductor’s Chair places conductors in a great position to direct and with full support for the half-seated position it also offers a good seating solution for String Bassists and Percussionists.

Thanks to the chair’s adjustable design there is flexibility to find an ideal position to suit individual users. Dr. Dylan Chmura-Moore, Professor of Music at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh said, “I loved it from the first moment I sat in it. With other chairs I have to adapt to fit the chair, but this chair fit me. It definitely provided flexibility and support without any cumbersome limitations to body movement. Your legs can move, your upper body can swivel or sway. I felt more connected to my feet and core muscle groups, which supports proper breathing and better music-making. The cantilever design also gives a lot more room for my legs.”

Ideal for use by Conductors, String Bassists, Percussionists, or anyone needing a taller chair, the new Nota Conductor’s Chair is packed with features and offers a whole scope of adjustments. With seat and back contoured for added comfort and support, seat height adjusts by means of a pressurised gas cylinder from 26" to 351/2" (60 to 90 cm). Seat tilt can be adjusted from +4ºto -18º at the point of use. Back height is adjustable within a 41/2" (11 cm) range and back depth within a 5” (13 cm) range by modifying the back angle which can be adjusted from +4º to -18º at the point of use. Foot rest height is adjustable too, from 9" to 16" (23 to 41 cm) and is independent from the seat height. Seat and back have a 90º swivel range. 45º left and right of center and can be locked at any point along the 90º range at the point of use.

As might be expected for a Wenger product, construction is of the highest quality. The Nota Standard Conductor’s Chair has polyurethane foam seat and back in black and the Nota Premier Conductor’s Chair is padded and upholstered with Olefin fabric in choice of black or grey. Chair posts are constructed of heavy-duty 16-gauge steel with black powder-coat paint finish, the inner post is of extruded aluminum alloy and base made of tough fiberglass reinforced material in black. The chair sits on 5 heavy-duty glides providing maximum stability. It all adds up to an important and exciting addition to the range of posture seating for musicians available from Black Cat Music.

We know that our Black Cat Music choral and orchestra folders are much sought after and admired products. From our Kent distribution centre in the south east corner of England we regularly ship orders throughout continental Europe and it’s great to know how delighted our customers are to open the box and start using them.

Danilo Galliani emailed from Italy with this warm greeting, “buonasera!
le cartelle sono arrivate! il coro è contentissimo!!!
grazie della vostra gentile disponibilità
Cordialmente
Danilo Galliani” Quick translation – “good evening!
folders have arrived! the chorus is delighted!!
thank you for your kind help,
cordially
Danilo Galliani.” Thanks Danilo, another delighted chorus equipped with Black Cat Music choral folders.

Discover more about our elegant music folders which benefit from hardwearing leatherette covers, brass bound corners and hand-stitching, designed to provide protection for music as well as looking smart during concerts. At a modest extra charge music folders can be customised with gold-blocking with the name and crest of the choir, band or orchestra, to further enhance the group identity. There is a choice of styles with expanding pockets or retaining strings for choirs and expanding pockets, pencil pockets and windows for orchestral use. Music folders are available in a choice of three colours – Concert Black, Royal Blue and Cardinal Red.

At Black Cat Music we know that budgets are under pressure everywhere. That’s why we wanted to remind customers of our Education Discount Programme, where you can save money each time you buy products for your education establishment.

It’s simple, free to join and you can start saving 5% on all standard products purchased for schools, colleges and universities – in fact any education establishment located in the United Kingdom. Just log on to the Black Cat Music web site to complete the online application form. We will then send you a confirmation email and your discount code to use each time you make a purchase of standard priced products.

And don’t forget to check your post, because there will be a limited edition Black Cat Music coffee mug on its way to you as a welcome gift. Look out too for our special monthly offers. As a member of our Education Group you will enjoy previews of these offers typically up to a week before everyone else – great news when stocks of discounted products are limited. Finally you can follow us and join in the conversation on Twitter, Our blog and Facebook for all the latest buzz, news, our take on inspiring music and a weekly fun spot.