ARP Exhibition Opening at the Museum of Making Music

The Museum of Making Music will host two educational panels on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM PT. These panels will delve into the technological innovations and personal stories behind ARP Instruments. The two-day event (beginning Saturday) is part of the debut of ARP: The Innovator, The Instruments, The Impact, a new exhibit celebrating the life, legacy, and lasting influence of Alan R. Pearlman, founder of ARP Instruments.

Curated by guest curator Brian Kehew, expert in vintage synthesizer history and technology, this retrospective explores ARP’s revolutionary contributions to music, technology, and creativity. Developed in collaboration with The Alan R. Pearlman Foundation, the display brings together rare instruments, historic media, and firsthand stories from artists and innovators.

The Tech Panel will feature Jim Heintz, founder of Way Out Ware and developer of ARP-inspired virtual instruments like TimewARP 2600 and SynthX, alongside Dan Goldstein of Cherry Audio, creators of modern virtual synthesizers modeled after classic analog gear, and Marcus Ryle, innovator and entrepreneur in music and audio technology for over 40 years. Together, they’ll offer a look at ARP’s enduring influence on music technology and its continued relevance in today’s digital sound landscape.

The History Panel will provide a more intimate and personal perspective. Join Julie Lewis, widow of legendary electronic music pioneer Don Lewis, Dina Pearlman-Ifil, daughter of ARP founder Alan R. Pearlman and founder and executive director of the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation, and LaMar Mitchell, synth programmer for Stevie Wonder and keyboardist for Bernie Worrell and the Woo Warriors, Mary J Blige, Busta Rhymes and more, as they share stories and reflections from the early days of ARP. Together, they will illuminate the creative spirit and human ingenuity that helped shape the legacy of ARP Instruments.

The Museum of Making Music is located at 5790 Armada Drive in Carlsbad, California. Admission to the panels is free for museum members and $20 for non-members. Follow the links above for more information and to secure tickets in advance.