Music Production
What is Digital Music Production
Digital music production is the process of creating, recording, arranging, editing, mixing, and finishing music using computers, software, and digital tools, rather than or in addition to traditional recording of musical instruments and vocals.
Think of it as a complete music studio that starts with your computer. The computer and the variety of music creation software available make music creation far more accessible, flexible, and affordable for students and beginners. You can have an entire music production studio that lives in your computer.
As you advance, you can add microphones, mixers, synthesizers, and instruments to your studio to enhance the complexity and sophistication of your recordings and music production.
How Do I learn Music Production
Pick one free or beginner-friendly DAW and learn its basic interface thoroughly. Focus on rhythm and simple arrangements to start, then build yourself up to more complex sound design. Listen critically to finished songs that you like and try to recreate elements of a song to train your ears. Share early drafts of your songs with other students and online communities for feedback; iteration is a big part of the craft.