Exciting news has emerged from Los Angeles, as Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the new president of the MIDI Association. The MIDI Association is a non-profit trade organization that aims to improve MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a period of two years, which was determined by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This decision is significant due to the present stage in the association's history, where MIDI technology has recently advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this new version is gradually being integrated into products and software, it is a thrilling time for all individuals involved in the music products and associated industries.
The industry and the wider community are expected to highly approve of the appointment of Carroll, who is a well-respected figure in the field and currently serves as the CEO of Focusrite Group. Focusrite Group is the parent company of renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company Novation. Dave Smith, the founder of Sequential and a significant contributor to the development of MIDI technology, has left behind a legacy that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to preserving and improving.
The MIDI Association has a broader focus beyond simply managing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also deeply invested in driving MIDI innovation, promoting music education, and advocating for the benefits of music in enhancing wellness. Carroll will play a key role in offering valuable strategic perspectives in these areas as the Association begins to allocate grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that this is a crucial turning point for the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has just scratched the surface of what MIDI 2.0 can offer and is eager to collaborate with the board and members of the MIDI Association to shape the future of MIDI, ushering in more expressive, musical, and creative possibilities.
Keep watching for additional information as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exciting new phase!
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