The way I started 20 years ago might still be relevant. I took a lead sheet of music I knew very well, keyed it in, and tried different things until I liked the way it sounded. In other words, start with a project where you will know when you are satisfied. Once you begin to get familiar with the software, you can start working with originals and creative arrangements.

Although this worked for me, everyone learns differently. Just jump in.


BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.