In a recent announcement from Los Angeles, it has been revealed that Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been appointed as the President of the MIDI Association. The MIDI Association is a non-profit trade organization that focuses on improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. This appointment is expected to bring exciting developments for the MIDI community.
Carroll has been chosen as the leader for a period of two years, a decision made by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This appointment is significant because it coincides with a crucial time in the association's history, as MIDI technology has advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this new version is gradually being incorporated into various products and software, it is an exhilarating period for individuals involved in the music products and associated industries.
The industry is expected to highly approve the appointment of Carroll as the CEO of Focusrite Group, given his respected reputation. Focusrite Group is known for its renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company Novation. The founder of Sequential, Dave Smith, who played a crucial role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first-ever synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has left a lasting legacy that Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to preserving and improving upon.
The MIDI Association has a broader focus beyond just overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also dedicated to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the intersection of music and wellness. Carroll will be offering valuable insights in these fields as the Association begins to award grants from the MIDI Fund, which is administered by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that it marks a crucial turning point in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that as an industry, we have just started to comprehend the immense possibilities of MIDI 2.0. Carroll is enthusiastic about collaborating with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, making it even more expressive, musical, and creative.
Keep an eye out for further updates as we continue to track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new phase!
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