Monday, September 21, 2009
MIDI Technology
I appreciate the inclusion of these articles in MUED 420. MIDI is an often used term in music education conversation, and yet I have never been clear on its actual definition. The MIDI-Digital Audio Shuffle article provides a clear description of the technology using analogies that I find useful, particularly thinking of MIDI as a language. In addition, it clarifies why MIDI audio examples are used so commonly on the internet and why they may be an appropriate choice for a classroom music project. Although Dr. Estrella's Guide delves into the numerical detail in a concise way that makes it a great resource for those required to understand the most technical aspects of the technology, much of the information is overwhelming for the casual user. Perhaps when used with a MIDI experience I will be able to fully digest the information.
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MIDI can be complex, but music educators need not have a thorough understanding of all its details in order to use it effectively. What is most important is to understand the basic concepts associated with MIDI and realize how it is a technology that affords a number of possibilities for student learning.
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