Whither ArkivMusic and HBDirect?

[Roland Flessner]

I note that the ArkivMusic web site has been closed for ordering for weeks, and checking HBDirect, under their banner the same "Be Back Soon" message appears, with contact info for Arkiv customer service. Arkiv was purchased by Steinway several years ago; looks like if they'll be back, they and HB will be under common ownership.

I hope both of these vendors survive and thrive.