In a recent announcement from Los Angeles, the MIDI Association has appointed Tim Carroll, the CEO of Focusrite Group, as their new president. The MIDI Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving MIDI technology for artists and musicians worldwide. This appointment is seen as exciting news for the industry.
Carroll has been chosen by the executive board of the MIDI Association to lead for a period of two years. This is a significant moment for the MIDI Association as they have recently transitioned from MIDI 1.0 to MIDI 2.0, which has generated a lot of anticipation. The introduction of this new version in products and software marks an exciting period for individuals involved in the music products and related industries.
It is anticipated that Carroll's appointment as CEO of Focusrite Group, a highly respected individual in the industry, will receive widespread approval from both the Association membership and the broader industry. Focusrite Group encompasses renowned synthesizer brands such as Sequential and Oberheim, as well as MIDI controller and synth company Novation. Carroll and Focusrite Group are dedicated to upholding and improving upon the legacy left by Sequential founder Dave Smith, who played a pivotal role in the development of MIDI and introduced the first-ever synthesizer with a MIDI port 51 years ago.
The MIDI Association goes beyond just overseeing MIDI for manufacturers and developers. They are also deeply committed to promoting MIDI innovation, music education, and the connection between music and well-being. Carroll will be offering valuable strategic insights in these areas as the Association begins to award grants from the MIDI Fund, which is administered by the NAMM Foundation.
Carroll conveyed his excitement regarding his new position, emphasizing that this is a crucial turning point in the history of the MIDI Association. He believes that the industry has only just begun to understand the immense possibilities of MIDI 2.0, and he is eager to collaborate with the MIDI Association board and its members to shape the future of MIDI, ensuring that it becomes even more expressive, musical, and creative.
Make sure to keep an eye out for further updates as we track Carroll's path in guiding the MIDI Association into an exhilarating new period!
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