Before it was “Best Buy,” the store shared its name with what musical?
The Music Man
Making Music
Music in the Air
The Sound of Music
Fact: Before becoming Best Buy, the retail chain was originally named Sound of Music, sharing its name with the famous Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, The Sound of Music. Founded in 1966, just a year after the musical hit theaters, the store specialized in high-fidelity audio equipment. The name capitalized on the musical’s popularity while highlighting the company’s focus on premium sound. In 1983, after a highly successful “Best Buy” promotional sale, the company rebranded under that name to reflect its expanded inventory of consumer electronics and its new discount-oriented business model.
Correct Answer: The Sound of Music