You need some kind of 'Virtual MIDI cable' to connect two MIDI apps with each other. MacOS / OS X doesn't come preconfigured with such a connection, but it is pretty easy to set one up. Just follow these steps: Launch the 'Audio MIDI Setup' of macOS; Open the 'Window' menu and click on 'Show MIDI Studio' Double-click on the IAC Driver icon. How to play MIDI files on a Mac. By Cory Bohon 27. When you select 'Share' the file will be exported in an iTunes-compatible file format using the export quality setting you've selected.
Here's how to test your MIDI setup with the Audio MIDI Setup app.
If your MIDI controller or interface does not respond when you run any of these tests, make sure that it’s compatible with the version of macOS on your Mac. Contact the manufacturer for support. If an update is available, follow the manufacturer’s instructions to update the device or software.
If the status lights on your MIDI interface light while testing, make sure your cables are connected from MIDI out ports on the interface to MIDI in ports on the module.
If you still aren't hearing sound, make sure that the audio outputs from your modules are connected to a mixer or other amplification system. If your module has a headphone jack, try connecting headphones to the module to check for sound.