The CEO of Focusrite Group, Tim Carroll, has been appointed as the President of the MIDI Association. This influential non-profit trade organization aims to improve MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. The exciting news was announced from Los Angeles.
Carroll has been appointed as the leader for a duration of two years, which was decided by the executive board of the MIDI Association. This appointment is significant as it coincides with a crucial phase in the history of the association, with the recent development 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 brings a sense of excitement to all individuals involved in the music products and related industries.
The industry is anticipated to widely approve the appointment of Carroll as the CEO of Focusrite Group, given his respected position in the industry. Focusrite Group is known for housing renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as the MIDI controller and synth company Novation. Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving the legacy left behind by Sequential founder Dave Smith, who played a significant role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first-ever synthesizer with a MIDI port over 50 years ago.
The MIDI Association is not solely focused on overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They also have a strong interest in MIDI innovation, music education, and the connection between music and well-being. Carroll will be offering valuable insights into these aspects as the Association begins to distribute grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll showed his excitement for his new position by saying that this is a very important turning point in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has only just started to understand the true potential of MIDI 2.0, and he is eagerly looking forward to collaborating with the MIDI Association board and its members to bring about new, expressive, musical, and creative advancements in MIDI.
Keep checking back for further updates as we track Carroll's progress in guiding the MIDI Association into a thrilling new phase!
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