A comprehensive and accessible guide to making music on a home computer, this book is perfect for beginners, a godsend for musicians trying to keep up with technology, and an inspiration to anyone thinking of the best way to make music more easily. The handbook covers all the software and hardware needed to create any type of music on a computer. Plus, professional tips and jargon troubleshooters are provided throughout the text to help individuals through the technology minefield and provide expert information in a digestible form. With the solid advice and information found in this book, individuals will be able to make music using the same methods as professional musicians. • For both amateur and professional musicians • Written for both Mac and PC users • Includes contributions from and expert team of writers and consultants from the US and UK • The flexi-bound format of the book allows readers of different levels of experience to get up to speed quickly

The Billboard Illus Home Recording Handbk

Arts & Photography

Macdonald, Ronan

Music

Billboard Books

The tools at our disposal today make professional quality recordings a real possibility for any enthusiastic musician. This invaluable new guide covers all the basics to help you mix and master your music on your computer. It focuses on the basics, and all the useful software out there to help you get the job done, from free audio editing tools to the professional level modules found in Logic Pro and Pro Tools. Levels and panning, EQ, compression, plug-ins, effects – essential tools for every musician, podcaster and audio designer.

Mixing for Computer Musicians: Expert Advice, Made Easy (Everyday Guides Made Easy)

Flame Tree Publishing

Ableton Live is a specialist music software designed to work as a live performance tool, as well as meet a composer / sonqwriter’s needs for recording, arranging, mixing and mastering. Because of its origins as a live instrument it gives the performer unparalleled beatmatching and crossfading capabilities, with all the techniques used by a traditional DJ or turnablist, and more. This new essential guide takes a step-by-step approach to the programme, with projects, tips and examples throughout. Part of Flame Tree’s successful Everyday Guides Made Easy series on a range of computing and app titles.

Ableton Live Basics: Expert Advice, Made Easy (Everyday Guides Made Easy)

Computers & Technology

Operating Systems

Sibelius is an incredible application, that is feature-rich and easy to use if you know how. It can help professional musicians as well as students and those who are just starting out. With expert advice on this great music app you will be able to create, edit and print publication-quality musical scores, as well as hear your music played back. This book includes step-by-step instructions for tasks such as creating your first score, building up your composition and sharing your work with others, and gives simple tips to enhance your compositions. Find all the information you need - made easy - in this great practical guide.

Sibelius Music App Basics: Expert Advice, Made Easy (Everyday Guides Made Easy)

Bell, Andy

Flame Tree Illustrated

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The Billboard Illus Home Recording Handbk

Mixing for Computer Musicians: Expert Advice, Made Easy (Everyday Guides Made Easy)

Ableton Live Basics: Expert Advice, Made Easy (Everyday Guides Made Easy)

Sibelius Music App Basics: Expert Advice, Made Easy (Everyday Guides Made Easy)