Has anyone taken a good online music production course?
I'm looking for an online music production course that's actually practical, not just theory. I've tried a couple free ones but they either assume you know nothing or way too much. I want to learn how to actually finish a track, not just loop a beat. The paid courses have so many reviews it's hard to tell what's legit. I'm willing to spend some money if it's actually worth it.
Good news there are practical online music production courses that teach you how to finish tracks not just theory. Look at the online music production course on Coursera called The Art of Music Production by Berklee. It leans into craft and projects and you can pace it yourself.
Another option is the music production specialization on Coursera that covers setup to final mix with a capstone project. If you want a cheaper route try a Udemy course with a strong project focus and check recent student reviews before buying.
Before you buy any course plan a tiny 4 week test. Pick a DAW you like and a track idea set a strict weekly goal finish a rough arrangement then a basic mix. Compare results to a sample track and decide if you want to upgrade to a deeper course or keep learning by practice.
Read reviews with care look for courses that show a real finishing process not just theory. See if they include downloadable stems project files and feedback from mentors. If the course includes mixing and mastering basics plus a final project it is usually worth it.
I can help you pick two or three good options and map a simple path for your pace Share what DAW you use and your budget and I will suggest an online music production course that fits your needs.