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SUMMARY:BandLab presents: DATSUNN & OddKidOut
DESCRIPTION:DATSUNN\n\nDATSUNN is a prolific content creator and producer known for Twitch streams\, viral beat-making videos\, and collaborations with brands like Native Instruments and Roland\, drawing listeners in with an entrancing blend of classic hip-hop\, soul\, and R&B. Influenced by everyone from J Dilla to Curtis Mayfield\, his ultra-smooth\, era-spanning sound represents a fresh yet familiar new wave emerging from Windsor\, Ontario and its deep connection to Detroit. \n\n\nOddKidOut\n\nOddKidOut is a Philadelphia-based multi-instrumentalist\, DJ\, and producer whose dark\, percussion-driven electronic sound grew from a childhood spent drumming in touring bands before evolving into finger-drumming and Ableton-based production\, creating music for the underdog with a signature blend of grit and lush atmosphere. After his breakthrough Solstice EP on Skrillex’s OWSLA imprint\, he has released across major electronic and mainstream labels\, earned support from artists like A-Trak and deadmau5\, and now brings his genre-fusing\, high-energy live show incorporating ridiculous finger-drumming prowess to stages worldwide.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/bandlab-presents-datsunn-oddkidout
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T173000
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SUMMARY:Jamstik presents Cloudchord & Youngteam
DESCRIPTION:Cloudchord \nCloudchord (Derek VanScoten) is a producer\, guitarist\, and genre-bending architect of atmospheric dance and chillhop\, blending jazz\, classical guitar\, and left-field hip-hop into a blissfully hypnotic sound that has earned over 100 million streams and an Emmy for his documentary scoring work. Through lush releases like Bloom Bap and collaborations with artists such as Emancipator and Big Gigantic\, he continues to crystallize a signature style of rolling grooves and dense melody while delivering engaging live performances and expanding the possibilities of electronic music.\n\nYoungteam\n\nWill’s relationship with the guitar began early and quickly grew into a lifelong pursuit of musical expression\, shaped by jazz studies with LA session icon Steve Watson and further refined at the New School for Jazz in New York. After four years touring the world as Twenty One Pilots’ playback engineer\, he now works in Los Angeles as a session guitarist and producer\, bringing rare technical precision\, deep musicality\, and a distinctive melodic voice that elevates every collaboration.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/jamstik-presents-cloudchord-youngteam
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
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SUMMARY:Chuck Sutton live on Push 3 & the Orchid
DESCRIPTION:Chuck Sutton live on Push 3 & the Orchid
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/chuck-sutton-live-on-push-3-the-orchid
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260111T180206Z
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SUMMARY:Orchestral Articulation Demo
DESCRIPTION:The MIDI Association will show a working demo of the Orchestral Articulation Profile at NAMM 2026. \nThis profile will standardize the method for embedding articulations directly into the MIDI 2.0 Note On message. \nOnce implemented by plugin companies using the MIDI -CI helper library being developed by the 4 plugin format companies ( AU\, AAX\, CLAP and VST) this will provide composers a standardized way to handle orchestral articulations. \nMIDI Association member Audio Impressions has developed a sample library that supports a wide range of different articulations and The MIDI Association helped create a hardware prototype that allows switching the articulations by MIDI 2.0 note attributes.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/orchestral-articulation-demo
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T153000
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SUMMARY:Piano Profile Demo
DESCRIPTION:The Piano Profile standardizes the velocity and pedal curves and the registered controllers used to control a piano’s performance via MIDI. It was adopted by The MIDI Association just before NAMM. The model is based on the acoustic piano which is why it was important to have Kawai\, Steinway and Yamaha involved in the project. \nJoin Kawai Artist David Snyder and Steinway Artist John Beasley as they explore the creative possibilities that the Piano Profile opens up. \n“John Beasley\, the one-time keyboardist for Freddie Hubbard & Miles Davis\, whose playing reflects a variety of generational influences\, incorporating the emphatic chordal clusters of Herbie Hancock\, the rhythmic quirkiness of Monk and the lush intelligence of Art Tatum into a highly refined personal voice.”\n-The Los Angeles Times \nDavid Snyder is a pianist and composer raised in rural North Dakota and now based in the vibrant city of Los Angeles. With over twelve years of classical training\, he has delicately translated his expertise into creating breathtaking solo piano and instrumental tracks. \nThese artists will be performing on a Roland A88 MKII controller playing Synthogy’s Ivory software. \nThe goal of the Piano profile is to improve the interoperability between different manufacturers whether they make digital pianos\, keyboard controllers\, software synthesizers or acoustic pianos driven by MIDI like Yamaha and Steinway.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/piano-profile-demo
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T155245Z
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SUMMARY:Drum Profiles Update
DESCRIPTION:The MIDI Association has worked on two Drum Profiles in 2025. \nThe Default Drum Note Map Profile specifies 62 Drum/Percussion Sounds mapped to Specified Note Numbers.\nThis is the common mapping in many Drum Machines and Synthesizers since the 1980s. \nThis Profile was adopted in the fall of 2025. \nThe Drum Performance Profile is focused on the more advanced features available in electronic drums kits which have positional sensing for cymbals and drums and complex hihat configurations. \nThe Drum Performance Profile design is complete and it should be approved in Q1 of 2026.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/drum-profiles-update
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T133000
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SUMMARY:DAW Control Profiles
DESCRIPTION:The MIDI Association is working on a modular set of MIDI 2.0 DAW Control Profiles intended to eventually replace Mackie Control with a unified industry standard for all hardware and software. The modular approach was taken because of the wide variety of capabilities of DAW controllers from simple start\, stop and record buttons to elaborate devices with multiple displays. \nThe first Profile will be a Function Block Transport Control and Location Profile that defines Transport Control\,  Record Arm\, Cycle Markers\, and Punch In and Out Points \nThe second planned Profile is a Single Channel Dynamic Control Profile.  \nDynamic Controls are a set of controls that affect remote parameters of a Device. It is most often a plugin or tone generator. The set of parameters that are affected may change between sound engines or even between patches and are typically the parameters that represent the best/common ways to adjust the sound. \nThis specification is intended to promote capability between products that either use a set of common physical controls to manage different destinations or change the set of destinations depending on focus.  \nThe third planned Profile is a Function Block Mixing profile. 
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/daw-control-profiles
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260111T155933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T174925Z
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SUMMARY:SMF 2 Container Format
DESCRIPTION:The MIDI Project Container File format is intended to deliver multiple tracks of MIDI data and other media. The set of tracks and media used in the file are enumerated and arranged in a Manifest file in XML format. \nMedia types supported include: \n● MIDI Clip Files (for MIDI 1.0 and MIDI 2.0)\n● Musical Notation (MusicXML [W3C01] or PDF [ISO01])\n● Audio Files\n● Video Files\n● Lyrics: may be in MIDI Clip Files and/or in Musical Notation files.\n● Metadata – XML and MIDI Message \nThe MIDI Project Container File format has two main use cases. \n● Distribution/publishing of content that includes both MIDI and any of the file types listed above\n● Data exchange between software and hardware applications that include both MIDI and any of the file types listed above.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/smf-2-container-format
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260110T215958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T155337Z
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SUMMARY:New MIDI 2.0 Transports-BLE\, Web MIDI and Transport Remote Management
DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Transport Working Group as they highlight the latest progress on MIDI 2.0 transports for Bluetooth\, Web MIDI and updates to the Network spec to add remote management capabilities.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/new-midi-2-0-transports
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260116T203536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T203605Z
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SUMMARY:PopuPiano
DESCRIPTION:PopuPiano is a portable\, modular smart piano keyboard for learning and creating music\, featuring illuminated keys\, app integration with AI features\, and MIDI/Bluetooth connectivity\, making it ideal for beginners to advanced users who want a compact\, interactive\, and versatile instrument for practice and production. It offers gamified lessons\, AI-generated melodies\, built-in sounds\, and can function as a MIDI controller
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/popupiano
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260115T155429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T155429Z
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SUMMARY:French producer Romain Jovion presents a live Erae 2 performance.
DESCRIPTION:Using the instrument’s hyper expressive surface and MPE workflow\, he builds a full set in real time through dynamic drums\, evolving synth lines\, and ethereal textures; showcasing creative expression using the Erae 2 as both instrument and controller
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/french-producer-romain-jovion-presents-a-live-erae-2-performance
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260116T202937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T230706Z
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SUMMARY:Studiologic SL88 MK2 88-key MIDI Keyboard Controller
DESCRIPTION:More than just master keyboards\, the SL MK2 series is a new chapter in musical keyboard controllers. From the innovative UX Logic interface\, seamless integration with the Numa Player\, high-definition MIDI 2.0\, to the immersive realism of our new keybeds\, every detail is crafted to bring your music to life
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/studiologic-sl88-mk2-88-key-midi-keyboard-controller
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260116T202302Z
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SUMMARY:MIDI 2.0 and the Waldorf’s Iridium and Quantum
DESCRIPTION:Rolf Wöhrmann is presenting the MIDI 2.0 implementation in Waldorf’s Iridium and Quantum synthesizer product line.\n\nHigh-resolution performance data and per-note polyphonic pitch-bend & parameter control transforms these instruments on another level of expressiveness.\nBy this Waldorf Music is giving musicians a forward-looking instrument paired with a polyphonic aftertouch keybed.\nRolf will discuss the technical background as well as musical implications.\n\nIridium provides the core synthesis engine of the Quantum / Iridium platform. It is the heart of Waldorf’s most advanced hardware-based synthesis. The essence of forward-looking sound. \nIridium contains 5 synthesis engines: Wavetable\, Multi- & Granular-Sampling\, Waveform\, Kernel FM and Resonator. Combined with a broad selection of digital filter and processing options Iridium Core lets you explore a huge sonic universe of electronic sound. Iridium Core’s intuitive and easy graphical interface helps you to keep your flow of creativity.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/midi-2-0-and-the-waldorfs-iridium-and-quantum
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260113T085516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T230648Z
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SUMMARY:Windows MIDI Services
DESCRIPTION:Windows MIDI Services is the new MIDI API\, Service\, Tools\, and SDK rolling out to retail Microsoft Windows throughout the next month. Pete Brown and Gary Daniels from Microsoft will show off Windows MIDI Services top features for musicians and developers\, explain some of what is going on under the hood\, and then answer your questions. \nWindows MIDI Services is a modern\, rebuilt system for handling Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) on Windows\, offering full support for both legacy MIDI 1.0 and the new MIDI 2.0 standard with Universal MIDI Packets (UMP)\, enabling faster\, more reliable communication\, simultaneous multi-client access to devices\, automatic translation between versions\, and new tools like the MIDI Services Console for management and diagnostics\, all built on an open-source foundation for future expansion.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/windows-midi-services
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260113T212214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T213453Z
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SUMMARY:Metronaut
DESCRIPTION:Metronaut is an AI-powered accompaniment app that lets musicians play with world-class orchestral and piano backings that adapt to them in real time. It transforms any acoustic or MIDI instrument or voice into an interactive performance experience: the app follows the musician’s tempo and expression\, aligns the audio with the score instantly\, and produces a fully responsive accompaniment. This creates a uniquely engaging live demo format — one performer\, a device\, and a full orchestra reacting musically to their playing. It’s accessible\, visually compelling\, and speaks directly to how modern musicians use technology. (Demo video of our MIDI feature: https://youtu.be/Tw15poOkDpc ) \nBehind this simplicity is a deep stack of AI algorithms capable of interpreting the score\, aligning real musical performances with symbolic notation\, and extracting expressive parameters that drive our orchestral synthesis engine. This makes Metronaut an ideal early adopter and demonstrator for MIDI-CI Profiles for Orchestral Articulation: our internal models can already generate articulation-aware orchestral accompaniments\, and MIDI-CI gives us a standardized way to express and exchange that musical intent. We can showcase\, in a live setting\, how intelligent performance analysis and standardized articulation semantics combine to produce expressive\, portable orchestral results — exactly the type of forward-looking\, musician-centric use case that embodies the promise of MIDI 2.0. \nGeneral introduction video: https://youtu.be/SsnvQvKZ6No
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/metronaut
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260113T211734Z
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SUMMARY:Bome MIDI
DESCRIPTION:Florian Bomers introduces the Bome MIDI products—Bome MIDI Translator Pro\, Bome Network\, and the BomeBox—and demonstrates how they can be used individually or together to enable advanced MIDI 1.0 and MIDI 2.0 routing\, processing\, and control. Using real-world examples\, he shows practical solutions before highlighting what’s new and offering an exclusive look at what’s coming in 2026. \nBome Software is a manufacturer of software and hardware for music production on stage and studio. Our main focus is on MIDI control and MIDI networking\, catering to customers like musicians\, performers\, lighting engineers\, electronic DJ’s and many more. \nEach of our products is designed to be as powerful as it is intuitive. With applications including MIDI Translator Pro\, Bome Network\, Send SX\, and our signature hardware\, the BomeBox\, we aim to provide our users with a range of MIDI tools that will make your next project easier while freeing up your creative side. \nAs a small and flexible team\, we are proud to provide superior product quality\, personalized customer service\, and specialized development targeted to your needs. More about Bome Software.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/bome-midi
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20260113T085301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T155131Z
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SUMMARY:AMEI Presentation
DESCRIPTION:AMEI is made up of 26 Japanese companies that have worked with The MIDI Association for over 40 years to help produce MIDI specifications. This presentation provides background information and current AMEI goals. \nMIDI 2.0 is an extension of MIDI 1.0. It is not intended to replace MIDI 1.0\, but rather to build on the fundamental concepts and architecture of MIDI 1.0. \nMIDI has continued to grow and contribute to users since its birth in 1983 as a global standard for communication between electronic musical instruments. Over the decades\, the MIDI industry has significantly expanded MIDI’s functionality and market reach through standardization efforts led by the Association of Musical Electronics Industry (AMEI) and the MIDI Association (MA).
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/amei-presentation
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center | Front of Hall A | The MIDI Association Booth 10302\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAMM
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T201605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T201605Z
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SUMMARY:CES 2026
DESCRIPTION:The world’s most powerful tech event is your place to experience the innovations transforming how we live. \n\n\n\n\nThis is where global brands get business done\, meet new partners and where the industry’s sharpest minds take the stage to unveil their latest releases and boldest breakthroughs. \nGet a real feel for the latest solutions to the world’s biggest challenges with immersive activations and demos. Engage with the greatest minds and most impactful brands of our time. \nSign up to be notified when registration opens for CES 2026.\nAlso please check out the excellent CES information on accessibility. \n\nhttps://www.ces.tech/topics/accessibility/
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/ces-2026
LOCATION:Las Vegas Convention Center-CES\, 3150 Paradise Rd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T195859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T155701Z
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SUMMARY:SF Music Expo 2025
DESCRIPTION:Create. Connect. Grow.\nJoin 750+ artists\, songwriters\, producers\, musicians\, DJs\, and engineers at Music Expo 25\, San Francisco’s premier music conference to create\, connect\, and grow their careers. \nTaking place November 14-15\, 2025\, at the Midway SF\, Music Expo offers two days packed with expert-led workshops\, inspiring conversations\, hands-on gear demos\, and real opportunities for networking and mentoring. Whether you’re refining your sound or breaking into the industry\, Music Expo is more than informative: It’s transformative! \nAfter a packed 2024 edition\, Music Expo returns with a program focused on the entire spectrum of creative disciplines to help you push your music career forward.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/sf-music-expo-2025
CATEGORIES:Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251110T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T194836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T194836Z
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SUMMARY:Audio Developer Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Announcing ADC 2025\n\nThe 10th anniversary of the Audio Developer Conference (ADC) returns back to Bristol UK in 2025. \nThe in-person and online hybrid conference will take place 10-12 November 2025. Our in-person conference venue is the Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Center. \nNew for ADC25: The Audio Developer Conference is now a full 3-day conference. The first day (10 November) includes even more programmed talks and workshops available to all attendees. \n\n\n\n\n\nHybrid In-Person & Virtual Format\n\nADC returns once again in 2025 as a combined in-person and online hybrid conference format. \nA big part of the conference experience is the live interaction between attendees. The live conference virtual experience will return using the Gather online platform paired with the in-person Bristol\, UK conference running at the same time. \nAll ADC keynotes\, panels\, and talks will be available to all attendees. In-person sessions will be broadcast live to online attendees and online sessions will be broadcast into the venue. \nThis year’s Audio Developers Conference will bring back the ADC Workshops within the main conference schedule for both in-person and online attendees. The hybrid workshop format will ensure that these informative sessions can be attended by our community of developers\, educators\, and students all over the world. \nADC25 Workshops take place on the first day of the conference (November 10) and are open to all conference attendees. Workshop participation will require registration as spots are limited and will be on a first-come\, first served basis. \nThe first day of the conference (November 10) will include a full day of 18 minute talk programming running alongside morning and afternoon workshops and will be open to all attendees. \n\nThe ADC in person venue this year will be at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Center.\n2 Lower Castle St\nBristol BS1 3AD
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/audio-developer-conference-2025
CATEGORIES:Trade Shows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T192617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T154320Z
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SUMMARY:Music Tectonics 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the music innovators in Santa Monica\, California in the beautiful beachside places attendees love including the Santa Monica Pier Carousel and the Annenberg Beach House!​ \nMusic Tectonics is unlike any other conference in music and tech. Top industry movers and shakers mingle with rising innovators and thought leaders. High-energy sessions explore nuances of the latest trends as well as innovations in the nuts and bolts of the music business. \nPLUS the Creator Fair comes to the Carousel\, with even more innovative musical instruments\, influencers\, and artists! \n\n\n\n\nAnnouncements\n\n\n\n\n\nCreator Fair at the Carousel\nThe future of music is creator-led. The Music Tectonics Creator Fair brings the creative energy of innovative brands\, influential creators\, and music makers to the Santa Monica Pier Carousel on November 4\, 2025. \nCreator Fair access is included with your conference ticket! \nTatiana Cirisano of MIDiA Research keynotes the conference tying together creator and music tech themes. \nExperience innovative instruments\, gear\, and creator tools with on-stage and hands-on demos. Hear from successful influencers how creators and brands work together. \n\n\nLearn how Shure’s mics are powering the evolving creator ecosystem. \n\n\nFind out how SEIDS works with brands to reach music makers. \n\n\nDiscover fun\, new instruments and gear—like Blipblox—that bring music-making power to the next generation. \n\n\n+  more yet to be announced!​ \nCreative Builders meet Innovative Funders\nThe Yamaha Music Innovation Fund presents Startup Day\nYamaha Music Innovation Fund takes over Expert Dojo on day three of the conference to shine a light on startups building the next generation of creative industry technology. Join us for a series of thoughtful discussions that will bring together top investors and founders who will share their thoughts shaping the future of media\, music and the creator economy. \nIncludes investor networking session – open to Swimming with Narwhals Pitch Competition applicants! \nUniversal Music Group Startup Bootcamp\nAnnouncing: Music Tectonics startup attendees will join Universal Music Group Digital Innovation in a legendary studio space to hear tips on partnering with the iconic major label. All Swimming with Narwhals competition applicants will be submitted for an additional pitch opportunity with UMG in the same session! Four will pitch and everyone will hear feedback directly from UMG leaders in an intimate studio setting. \nTu Nov 4 — Santa Monica Pier Carousel  \n\nCreator Fair\nKeynotes\nStartup Demos\nOpening Party\n\nWe Nov 5 — Annenberg Beach House  \n\nHigh-Energy Panels\nExhibitors around the Pool\nCreative Activations\nStartup Pitch Competition Final Round\nPool Party\n\nTh Nov 6 — Expert DOJO \n\nJUST ANNOUNCED: Creative Builders meet Innovative Funders: The Yamaha Music Innovation Fund presents Startup Day \n\n • • JUST ANNOUNCED: Universal Music Group Startup Boot Camp \n\n​
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/music-tectonics-2025
CATEGORIES:Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T221653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T153933Z
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SUMMARY:Tokyo Musical Instrument Expo 2025
DESCRIPTION:Tokyo Musical Instrument Expo\, a comprehensive\, customer-participation musical instrument experience event based on the concept of “See\, Listen\, Play\, and Hit! \nThe MIDI Association will have a booth featuring the latest in MIDI 2.0 developments and the winners of the 2025 MIDI Innovation Awards\, \nEnjoy the Ultimate Musical Instrument Experience!”\, is set for its third edition\, expanding its instrument categories and venue area! \nHeld annually in the fall\, this festival will bring together a wide variety of new products\, coveted gems\, and innovative instruments from exhibiting brands\, including guitars\, synthesizers\, drums\, orchestral instruments\, and digital pianos.  \nThis event will be even more powerful than ever\, allowing a wide range of musical instrument enthusiasts\, from beginners to professionals\, to fully experience playing instruments. \nIn addition\, there will be talks and live performances by renowned artists on stages in each area\, workshops in the seminar room\, and a live concert in the Science Hall. There will also be sales at exhibitor booths\, where you might find limited-edition products and bargains. \nWhether you’re looking to try out various instruments\, improve your live stage and music production skills\, find useful information for school club activities\, or simply want to experience an artist’s performance\, this premium\, fascinating two-day event is a must-see!
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/tokyo-musical-instrument-expo-2025
LOCATION:Tokyo Science Museum\, 2-1 Kitanomaru Park\, Tokyo\, Chiyoda-ku\,\, 102-0091\, Japan
CATEGORIES:MIDI Innovation Awards,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251029T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T185626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T153118Z
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SUMMARY:GameSoundCon 2025
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating their 17th year with 2 Days of Video Game Music\, Sound\, Dialogue and More\nGameSoundCon 2025 is hybrid!\n\n\nYou can attend in person in Burbank\, CA\, or remotely with our online only ticket! Online access gives you real-time access to GameSoundCon sessions\, live text chat and more. Both in-person and online attendees can watch sessions they missed for up to 6 months after GameSoundCon. \nCasual to AAA\, big studio to indie — For composers\, sound designers\, dialogue specialists\, researchers\, educators and others who want to keep up with the cutting edge in video game sound\, music\, dialogue and technology. \nTopics include: \n\n\nVideo Game Music Composition \n\n\nGame Sound Design \n\n\nTechnology \n\n\nBusiness/Career \n\n\nVirtual/Mixed Reality Audio \n\n\nDialogue/Performance \n\n\nInteractive Audio Research \n\n\nLudomusicology and the study of game music and sound \n\n\nTutorials \n\n\nGame Music and Sound Design Education \n\n\n\n\nGameSoundCon believes that Music Education fills an essential role in a child’s education as well as their community. Too often school music programs are underfunded\, especially in low-income school districts. Since 2020\, GameSoundCon have donated more than $100\,000 to Education Through Music – Los Angeles (ETM-LA) to support in-school music education among under-resourcedLos Angeles communities. \nIn 2025\, GameSoundCon will continue this tradition and donate $20 for each GameSoundCon ticket sold to ETM-LA. \nAlmost all GameSoundCon sessions are recorded for later viewing. However\, sessions listed as “roundtable discussions” are not recorded or livestreamed. 
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/gamesoundcon-2025
LOCATION:Burbank Convention Center\, 2500 N Hollywood Way\, Burbank\, CA\, 91505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Game Developers Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251027T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T223906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T180022Z
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SUMMARY:MIDI Innovation Awards 2025 at The Kakehashi Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Artware hub\nFounder Ikutaro Kakehashi established the new “Artware hub” with the aim of creating a “live space where people can experience live sounds created by electronic technology.” \nThis event will feature demonstrations of both MIDI 2.0 products\,  a technical talk from AMEI and MIDI Association developers and demonstrations of the winner of the 2025 MIDI Innovation Awards. \nThis event is not open to the public\, but we will cover it in an article as soon as we return from Japan.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/midi-innovation-awards-2025-at-the-kakehashi-foundation
LOCATION:The Kakehashi Foundation\, 3 Chome-14-3 Nishiwaseda\,\, Shinjuku\, okyo\, 169-0051\, Japan
CATEGORIES:MIDI Innovation Awards,Trade Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
CREATED:20250831T173909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T164501Z
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SUMMARY:Music China 2025
DESCRIPTION:Music X\n\n\nMusic X aims to innovate new music technology\, explore new music consumption scenarios\, inspire musicians\, music lovers\, and content producers to explore future music life\, lowering the barriers for playing with music. \n  \n \nThese elements made Music X a huge hit last year. In 2024\, the Music X area featured nearly 40 industry-leading brands – including ACE Studio\, Antelope Audio\, MIDIPLUS\, Dreamtonics\, and Adam Audio – covering everything from synthesizers and effects to audio interfaces and other cutting-edge audio products. Building on that success\, Music China 2025 promises an even larger showcase of music technology innovations. \n \nThe heart of Music X is the X Stage – a high-profile platform hosting multi-dimensional events designed for both professionals and entry-level enthusiasts. Throughout the show\, this stage will feature new product launches\, live demos\, masterclasses\, and product roadshows\, bringing innovations to life in front of the audience. Companies can even take the stage to introduce their latest products or ideas\, making for an exciting\, interactive showcase. \n \nParticipants from last year’s event had great things to say about their Music X experience: \nFrom my observation\, I see unlimited potential in these products. They empower everyone who loves to create and perform music to make truly expressive sounds in any way they want. In my mind I often think: Generation Z is changing the world — there are a million things we haven’t done\, so just you wait. \n— Brand Ambassador \n  \nFrom the early Music Lab days to now Music X\, it gets better and more professional each year. Beyond the quality and service of the booths themselves\, the overall scale and demand of innovative music tech companies at home and abroad are expanding and becoming clearer. I hope more companies from around the world will participate so the event can grow to the size of multiple halls. \n— Exhibitor \n  \nThanks for all your help\, and let’s take a brief break and then start our planning for next year for a bigger and better Music China presence. \n— The MIDI Association
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/music-china-2025
LOCATION:Music China\, Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) 丨2345 Long Yang Road\,\, Shanghai\, China
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123418
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T171934Z
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SUMMARY:Machina Bristronica 2025
DESCRIPTION:Machina Bristronica 2025: Festival Overview\n\n\nName & Theme: “The Festival of Knobs\, Buttons & Discussions” is a two-day celebration of electronic music culture—from synth hardware to software\, performances to hands-on innovation. It’s a space for live acts\, panel talks\, masterclasses\, DIY workshops\, and interactive showcases of over 150 global brands.   \n\n\nDates & Location: Set for 27–28 September 2025\, the festival takes place in the heart of Bristol\, UK.   \n\n\n\nEvent Format & Highlights\nMachina Bristronica unfolds across multiple dynamic spaces: \n\n\nWarehouse Rooms & Outdoor Spaces: Spread over four warehouse rooms plus an outdoor stage.   \n\n\nDay‑time Activities: \n\n\nLive performances by electronic musicians \n\n\nPanel talks featuring experts and innovators \n\n\nMasterclasses and DIY modular workshops \n\n\nMusic production and performance training \n\n\nDJ sets \n\n\nSpecial showcase: Escher Music Connection   \n\n\n\n\nHours: \n\n\nSaturday\, 27 September: 11:00–22:00 (followed by an official afterparty\, running 22:30–03:00; requires a separate ticket\, 18+ only)   \n\n\nSunday\, 28 September: 11:00–19:00   \n\n\n\n\n\nAfterparty Details\n\n\nThe official afterparty brings live electronics\, including headline acts such as: \n\n\nThe Exaltics (Dutch electro) and Verbos Electronics (Berlin‑style techno) \n\n\nDelay Grounds (UK bass/techno) \n\n\nMovement81 from Swansea (Eurorack modular performance) \n\n\nMISSTERSPOON kicking things off with a dub‑techno ritual \n\n\n\n\nVenue includes a low‑ceiling concrete bunker (Back Room) and an open‑air chillout area with beanbags and seating (Front Room). Also features DJ sets by Sticks. \n\n\nAdmission requires a separate ticket from the main festival pass\, and attendees must be 18 or older.   \n\n\n\nCommunity Engagement & Tickets\n\n\nTickets On Sale: Festival tickets are available now\, and due to past demand (“sold out well in advance”)\, early purchase is advised.   \n\n\nExhibitor Opportunities: Individuals or brands are invited to exhibit their instruments\, modular gear\, or software creations—from DIY “chonkie kick drum” circuits to spectral granular synth engines. Applications are open for new and upcoming makers.   \n\n\nNews Updates: Keep an eye on updates like lineups for the “Data Stage\,” “Discussion Stage\,” afterparty announcements\, and exhibitor details.   \n\n\n\n** In summary**\nMachina Bristronica 2025 promises a deep dive into electronic music culture\, blending performances\, community learning\, maker showcases\, and after-hours synth revelry—set in a vibrant Bristol backdrop. Whether you’re an enthusiast\, creator\, or just curious\, it’s a compelling two-day gathering to explore and engage.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/machina-bristronica-2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250926T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123419
CREATED:20250831T165443Z
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SUMMARY:ADCx Gather 2025
DESCRIPTION:The ADC Team is pleased to announce the return of ADCx Gather 2025. ADCx Gather is an online version of our ADCx in-person one-day conference meet-ups. Programming for ADCx uses a shorter 18 min. talk format allowing for the presentation of a variety of topics for all audiences. \nThe ADCx Gather one-day online event is free and open to everyone in the audio developer community (registration required). ADCx Gather is hosted in Gather.Town\, a browser-based virtual online platform that allows attendees to interact and collaborate in real-time. \nADCx Gather takes place on the 26th of September\, 2025 starting at 11:00 UTC
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/adcx-gather-2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123419
CREATED:20250831T163829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T163829Z
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SUMMARY:2025 MIDI Innovation Awards Show
DESCRIPTION:Andrew Huang is a musician\, video creator\, and bestselling author. \nDespite being partially deaf\, Andrew has been prolific\, with hundreds of songs in his discography and an eclectic mix of other projects: He has composed for Blue Man Group\, scored commercials for brands like Volvo and Google\, created some of the ringtones that ship with Samsung phones\, and developed a sound installation under the mentorship of Metric’s Emily Haines. \nBesides composing and producing\, he’s also spearheaded the creation of numerous music-making tools such as Ghost\, Flip Sampler\, and Transit\, which won the 2025 Sound On Sound award for Best Software Plugin. His online music production course has been taken by tens of thousands of students\, many of whom have gone on to work in the industry. \nAndrew is best known for his YouTube channel\, through which he’s inspired and educated millions of people with creative videos about all aspects of the music-making process. Most notably\, his show 4 Producers 1 Sample has featured appearances from guests as wide-ranging as Hiatus Kaiyote\, Son Lux\, Daedelus\, Flux Pavillion\, Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith\, AJR\, Jamie Lidell\, and Virtual Riot. \nIn 2024\, Simon & Schuster published Andrew’s first book\, Make Your Own Rules\, in which he writes about his journey while extracting both practical and philosophical takeaways for anyone interested in honing their creative practice or pursuing it as a career. \nPhoto By Philip Bowser – This work was provided to me by my co-worker.\, CC BY-SA 4.0\, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=148203819
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/2025-midi-innovation-awards-show
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260427T123419
CREATED:20250429T231050Z
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SUMMARY:Make Music Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:#MakeMusicWithMIDI on June 21 Make Music Day\nJune 21 is both the longest day of the year and International Make Music Day. \nWe are asking everyone to help us create a worldwide day of celebration of making music with MIDI by: \n\nCreating some music with MIDI\nUploading it to your social media channels with the hashtag -#MakeMusicWithMIDI\n\nBe creative and share your passion for making music with MIDI to the whole world!
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/make-music-day-2025
CATEGORIES:NAMM
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ORGANIZER;CN="The MIDI Association":MAILTO:info@midi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T123419
CREATED:20250530T161118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T161850Z
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SUMMARY:Music Accessibility Webinar June 5th 10 AM Pacific
DESCRIPTION:Date: Youtube Premier On Saturday June 10\, 2025 at 10 am Pacific \n\n\n\nThe Music Accessibility Special Interest Group will host a Youtube Premier on June 5th at 10 am Pacific time. The primary focus is on discussing advancements in making music creation more accessible for individuals with disabilities\, along with updates and demonstrations from various organizations involved in this initiative. \nParticipants \n•   Haim Kairy – Arcana \n•   Mike @ AmeNote \n•   Tim Yates \n•   Jay Pocknell \n•   Leon (rwxMusic) \nAgenda Overview \n•   Introduction and updates from MASSIG \n•   Presentation by Tim Yates from Drake Music on the Sony Hackathon \n•   Jay Pocknell from RNIB discussing accessibility in music technology \n•   Haim Kairy’s presentation on collaboration with Better Maker \n•   Discussion on Arkana Strum\, an accessible music instrument \n•   Insights from Mike @ AmeNote on MIDI 2.0 and accessibility \n•   Q&A session \nChapters \n1.  Introduction by Haim Kairy (00:00:23) \nHaim Kairy welcomes everyone to the MIDI accessibility webinar hosted by the Music Accessibility Standards Special Interest Group. \n2.  Agenda Overview (00:01:15) \nHaim outlines the agenda\, introducing speakers and topics such as the Massey Group\, Tim Yates’ Sony hackathon\, and Jay Pocknell’s discussion on accessibility in music notation. \n3.  Tim Yates on Sony Hackathon (00:18:20) \nTim Yates from Drake Music discusses the Sony hackathon\, focusing on accessibility and collaboration between various groups to develop accessible instruments. \n4.  Jay Pocknell on Accessibility Developments (00:29:03) \nJay Pocknell shares highlights of accessibility developments in music technology and accessible music notation\, including insights from the Audio Developer Conference. \n5.  BetterMaker Collaboration (00:30:02) \nHaim discusses a collaboration with BetterMaker to create accessible audio gear\, demonstrating voice control and feedback features for visually impaired users. \n6.  Arkana Strum Presentation (00:42:50) \nHaim showcases the Arkana Strum\, an accessible instrument for individuals with disabilities\, detailing its features and the journey from concept to implementation. \n7.  MIDI Association Updates (01:00:13) \nMike from the MIDI Association discusses MIDI 2.0 and its impact on accessibility\, including bidirectional connections and new profiles for accessibility features. \n8.  Q&A Session (01:06:21) \nThe session opens up for questions from the audience\, discussing topics like the physicality of music creation and barriers to accessibility. \n9.  Closing Remarks and Resources (01:13:04) \nHaim concludes the webinar\, providing resources for further engagement with the Music Accessibility Standards Special Interest Group. \nMASSIG Introduction and Updates \n•   Haim Kairy introduced the webinar\, highlighting MASSIG’s role in advocating for music accessibility. \n•   Discussed biweekly and now weekly meetings\, collaborations with musicians\, producers\, technologists\, educators\, and engineers. \n•   Highlighted the initiative to create demos and standards for accessible music tools. \nSony Hackathon Overview by Tim Yates \n•   Tim Yates shared insights on the Sony Hackathon held in the UK\, focusing on accessible music instruments. \n•   The event involved six teams led by Para Orchestra musicians\, supported by Sony engineers and academics. \n•   Emphasized the importance of co-design in developing accessible solutions. \n•   Highlighted ongoing projects and collaborations resulting from the Hackathon. \nAccessibility Developments by Jay Pocknell \n•   Jay Pocknell discussed recent accessibility advancements in mainstream music technology and music notation. \n•   Shared video clips and demos featuring voice and Braille technologies. \nBetter Maker Collaboration \n•   Haim Kairy detailed a collaboration with Better Maker to create accessible audio gear. \n•   Discussed developing voice control and feedback for Better Maker hardware using MIDI and AI speech recognition. \n•   Highlighted the successful demo tested by Stevie Wonder. \nArkana Strum Presentation \n•   Haim Kairy presented the Arkana Strum\, an accessible music instrument designed for individuals with disabilities. \n•   Discussed the development process\, accessibility features\, and the impact on music education. \n•   Emphasized the goal of creating an inclusive instrument for various abilities. \nMIDI 2.0 and Accessibility by Mike @ AmeNote \n•   Mike discussed advancements in MIDI 2.0\, emphasizing bidirectional connections and discoverability of accessibility features. \n•   Shared ongoing efforts to develop MIDI specifications aimed at increasing accessibility in music. \nQ&A Session \n•   Addressed questions about the physical and non-physical aspects of music creation. \n•   Discussed the role of technology in overcoming barriers to music creation and the importance of accessibility in both hardware and software. \nLinks and Resources \n•   MIDI Association – MASSIG \n•   Drake Music \nThe webinar emphasized collaboration across various sectors to enhance accessibility in music creation\, with several projects and future initiatives highlighted to continue this important work.
URL:https://staging.midi.org/event-calendar/music-accessibility-webinar-june-5th-10-am-pacific
LOCATION:The MIDI Association Youtube Channel
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Special Interest Groups
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