Great news from Los Angeles! Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, has been named the president of the MIDI Association. This non-profit organization aims to improve MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide.
Carroll has been chosen by the executive board of the MIDI Association to lead for a period of two years. This decision is significant as it coincides with a crucial phase in the association's history, where MIDI technology has advanced from MIDI 1.0 to the highly anticipated MIDI 2.0. As this new version begins to emerge in various products and software, it brings about a thrilling and promising time for all individuals involved in the music products and related industries.
Carroll's appointment as CEO of Focusrite Group, a well-respected figure in the industry, is anticipated to receive positive feedback from both the Association members and the industry as a whole. Focusrite Group, which includes renowned synthesizer brands like Sequential and Oberheim, as well as MIDI controller and synth company Novation, aims to uphold and improve upon the legacy left by Sequential founder Dave Smith. Smith, who played a crucial role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago, has passed on his commitment to preservation and growth to Carroll and Focusrite Group.
The MIDI Association has a broader focus than simply overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also dedicated to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the connection between music and wellness. Carroll will be offering valuable strategic advice in these fields as the Association begins to distribute grants from the MIDI Fund, which is overseen by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll shared his excitement about his new position, emphasizing that this is a crucial moment in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has only scratched the surface of the potential of MIDI 2.0 and is thrilled to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, making it even more expressive, musical, and creative.
Keep watching for more news and updates as we track Carroll's journey in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new phase!
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