The DIY Musician Specialization

With social media platforms and powerful recording technology at your fingertips, it’s easier now than ever before to create music and share it with your fans. But where do you begin and how do you get started? This specialization will take you through the process of writing, recording, and producing your own music in order to gain the practical skills you need to record music within ProTools, which is the industry standard Digital Audio Workstation. You’ll also work to develop an artist identity, vision, and brand for your music and learn how to run a successful crowdfunding campaign to fund your music career.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
Tools and techniques to write more compelling songs.
Develop your identity and vision as an artist.
U​se ProTools to record and produce your original music.
Strategies to p​lan, launch, and manage a successful crowdfunding campaign.

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The Art of Music Production (Coursera)
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