This is a MIDI to solenoid interface using an Arduino Micro and some MOFSET modules.
I usually use a Teensy for making MIDI devices, but those MOFSET modules can not run on 1A with 3.3V. So, I decided to use an Arduino Micro that I'll now test to see if it is as reliable as a Teensy as MIDI device.
As you can get MOFSET modules and Arduino Micro really cheap, I think this is an easy and cheap way to make such device.
http://liveelectronics.musinou.net