Problems in importing MIDI files

I tried to use iTunes to organize my MIDI file collection. I encountered some problems during the import. The files were added to the library and they play fine in iTunes via Quicktime. After the import, the name column in iTunes does not show the name of the songs correctly. Many of the songs simply show a blank as the name. Some others have some other text as song names. Apparently, iTunes picks a comment field inside the MIDI header as the song name. When I inspect the MIDI file in the file system, the GET INFO command shows a different TITLE field in the MORE INFO tab, but that TITLE does not match what shows up in iTunes.
Is there an option in iTunes to make it take either the TITLE meta data in the header or take the file name as the song name?
Since I am organizing a few hundred MIDI files, entering the name one by one is a pain. Please help.

I tried to change the song names in iTunes. The changes stay fine for a short time. As soon as I play the song again, the value is reverted to the wrong value. I double check the MIDI files and they all have write permission.
The "Keep Music folder organized" option is turned on.

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Hello everyone,
I am having trouble importing midi files in GB. Every time I do all I get is a single insrument, and not the whole midi file as it was when I downloaded it. I tried Dent du midi and cant even get that to work. It looks like it is working, but never seperates the tracks. I would really like to be able to pick apart midi files. Anyone have any ideas. This is my first Apple, but I have been a PC Tech for 8 years now. (I Hate PCs, I love the Mac)

Welcome to the forum. Yes, sometimes these issues occur. Since I am the biggest importer of MIDI files to GB3, I will see what I can do for you.
First, when you wish to import a MIDI, drag the file onto an empty area (ie no tracks) of the GarageBand window. Hold until you see a + sign. Drop, and you should see the tracks appear.
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Do you have Quicktime Pro? Sometimes the way you save a MIDI file will make a difference. You have a choice between "save as movie" or "save as source", and I believe the latter works best.
Has it worked for other MIDI files? Or is one or two giving you issues? Perhaps if you can post a link to the MIDI file, I can have a look at it.

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haben
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Hi,
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A Google Translate of your error message says that you are experiencing a generic importer error; consequently, not an editing nor exporting issue.
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Does this midi file play elsewhere?
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Use the "Transform" window.
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good morning,
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hi there
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Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. This article has some basic troubleshooting for Logic Pro X that might help solve your issue:
Logic Pro X: Troubleshooting basics
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5859
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TA24535
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