The MIDI Association Announces Education-focused Webinar - The Power of MIDI In Music Education
The MIDI Association has announced they will be hosting an education-focused webinar to bring together music educators, industry leaders, and students. The event will discuss new initiatives and aim to expand engagement with MIDI in education worldwide. The event will premier on YouTube on Saturday May 31, 2025.
Featured Participants
- Dr. Lee Whitmore – Focusrite Group, MIDI Association Executive Board Member.
- Jennifer Amaya – Riverside City College, Coyle School of the Arts.
- Isaac De La Mora – SAE Institute Mexico.
- Athan Billias – The MIDI Association.
Agenda Highlights
The webinar's agenda will include:
- An introduction to new charitable programs from The MIDI Association.
- The launch of a grant program for MIDI education materials.
- A showcase of music education efforts at Riverside City College.
- A call to action for deeper involvement in the Association's working groups.
Webinar Chapters and Key Moments
The webinar will cover several key topics:
- Introduction: Dr. Whitmore will welcome attendees and outline the meeting's goals, emphasizing collaboration between industry and educators.
- Agenda Overview: The agenda will highlight new MIDI education programs and projects, such as Riverside City College's music technology initiatives.
- Launch of New Education Materials: New MIDI education resources will be announced, developed in collaboration with SAE Institute Mexico, with the aim of increasing accessibility and inclusivity.
- Curriculum Development: Isaac De La Mora will share progress on a bilingual (English and Spanish) MIDI curriculum tailored for Latin American educators.
- Global Distribution Platform: The MIDI Association is partnering with Coursera to distribute these educational resources globally, reinforcing the importance of multilingual support.
- Educator Engagement and Bilingual Access: Discussions will cover flexible integration into existing curriculums and strategies to reach educators and students in Latin America.
- Riverside City College's NAMM Involvement: Jennifer Amaya will highlight student participation in the NAMM Show and their upcoming associate's degree in music industry studies.
- Student Roles and Real-World Experience: Students will take on hands-on roles at NAMM, including booth management and performance, providing valuable industry exposure.
- Event Challenges and Coordination: Jennifer will describe challenges in logistics and coordination with Yamaha and other partners, which serve as valuable learning moments for students.
- Reflections and Future Planning: The group will discuss ideas for MIDI-related competitions and further integration of student engagement in future events.
- Global Perspective: Athan Billias will share The MIDI Association's mission to democratize music education through global partnerships and open-access resources.
- Call to Action: Dr. Whitmore and Athan will close the webinar with a call for broader involvement in MIDI's educational working groups and outreach projects.
Get Involved
Educators, developers, and institutions are invited to contribute to MIDI's educational mission. Your participation, whether through curriculum design, language translation, or local outreach, can help broaden the reach of music technology education around the world.
Visit: MIDI In Music Education Special Interest Group to learn more and join the MIDI in Education community.
