Music Quote by Anonymous
““National Record Mart began when Hyman Shapiro and his sons Sam and Howard opened their first music store in 1937. A tiny storefront in downtown Pittsburgh, they called it Jitterbug Records and sold used jukebox records for a dime apiece.””
About This Quote
Source Book: History of Record Stores, 2020
The first National Record Mart started as a tiny used‑record shop in 1937, showing how big enterprises can begin from modest, family‑run beginnings.
In simple terms: Big businesses can start from small, family‑run shops.
Recognize potential in humble origins.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- starting a small shop
- expanding a retail chain
- preserving music heritage
- building a brand
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small venture could become a major brand?
- How does family involvement shape business values?
Scaling requires capital and market shifts.