What
WE Do
We are an all-volunteer, nonprofit trade association whose mission is to make it easier for everyone to create music and art digitally. We nurture a global community of creative people who share a passion for music, art and innovation.
MIDI 2.0 Inspires
Innovation
Soundgirls and The MIDI Association
We have been announcing a lot of new relationships between The MIDI Association and other non-profits including GiveANote , RAMPD and TI:ME, but we are not done yet. Brian Hardgroove, a multi-instrumentalist who has played recently been out with Public Enemy has been friends with the MIDI Association since we collaborated together on 40th Anniversary […]
TI:ME To Connect With MIDI
The MIDI Association is pleased to announce a new relationship with TI:ME (Technology in Music Education)—centered on a shared goal: helping music educators confidently and creatively integrate technology into teaching and learning. As part of this collaboration, The MIDI Association will serve as a TI:ME Sponsor for the 2026–2027 season. We’ll also have a presence […]
RAMPD + MASSIG: Turning Music Accessibility Into Real-World Standards
When we talk about “music accessibility,” we’re not talking about a single feature—or a single community. We’re talking about the real-world ability for disabled music creators and professionals to build careers, collaborate at the highest levels, and use music technology with confidence and independence. Why this new relationship matters The MIDI Association’s Music Accessibility Standard […]
Caedence named finalist for 2026 NAMM TEC Awards
MIDI Association member Caedence has been named a finalist in the 41st NAMM TEC Awards in the Audio Apps & Hardware / Peripherals for Smartphones & Tablets category, alongside global brands like Apple, Fender and Steinberg. Caedence is a browser-based platform that synchronizes virtually every element of live performance – in-person, across devices, and in […]
