How to make music in 2023 by ou mackson.
Creating music involves creativity, technology, and dedication. Here are the steps to get started:
Inspiration and Creativity:
To make music you have to get inspiration from something or someone. It could be a melody, lyrics, a theme, or an emotion you want to convey. You must also be creative,you can get inspiration from listening to a wide variety of music of different genres and styles.
Songwriting:
Songwriting is one of the main parts of making music. Not everyone that makes music can write the lyrics.If you’re not a lyricist, collaborate with a songwriter to help you write your song lyrics. Your song should be structured with verses, choruses, bridges, and other sections.
Music Composition:
It is also important to compose the music, which could involve playing instruments, programming synthesizers, or using digital audio workstations (DAWs). Experiment with chord progressions, melodies, and harmonies.
Recording:
Invest in a good-quality microphone and audio interface to record your songs or instrumentals. Multitrack recording allows you to record different parts separately and then mix them together.
Production:
Use software or hardware tools for music production and editing. Popular DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, FL Studio, and Pro Tools are good for producing and editing music.Add effects, adjust emotional quotient, mix, and master your tracks to achieve the desired sound.
Collaboration:
Collaborating with other musicians or producers will bring different skills and perspectives to your music. It will also give you the opportunity to gain fame if the musician is a known musician.Collaborate with influencers or other artists for cross-promotion.
Sound Design:
Create unique sounds using synthesizers, virtual instruments, and sample libraries.
Performance:
If you’re creating music meant for live performance, practice and prepare for gigs.
Distribution:
Choose how you’ll distribute your music, whether through streaming services, digital downloads, physical CDs/vinyl, or a combination. Consider using distribution platforms like DistroKid, TuneCore, or CD Baby to get your music on major streaming services.
Promotion and Marketing:
Social media platforms are the best way to promote and market songs. Creating a strong online presence on social media and music platforms will create awareness to people about your song. Share your music through platforms like SoundCloud, YouTube, and Spotify.
Copyright and Licensing:
It is important to understand copyright laws to protect your music. Consider licensing your music for use in films, commercials, or other media.
Performance Rights and Royalties:
Join a performance rights organization (PRO) like ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC to collect royalties when your music is performed in public.
Feedback and Improvement:
Seek peers, fans or music professionals opinions about your music to improve your work.
Stay Updated:
Keep up with the latest music production techniques and technology so that your music would not be tagged old fashioned or outdated.
Making music is a creative process, and there are no strict rules. Be open to experimentation, and don’t be discouraged by challenges and people’s opinions. Success in music often takes time and consistency.
