Introduction to Pop Music Production
A course by Martin KanoMusic Producer
A course by Martin Kano, Music Producer
Learn how to professionally produce songs from one of the most successful music genres by experimenting with editing, arranging, and mastering
From rock to cumbia, jazz to electronic, Martín Kano has made nearly 1,300 songs for artists from more than 40 countries. With so many years of experience under his belt, this world-renowned music producer is here to share his secrets with you.
In this online course, learn to produce music with a focus on pop. Experiment with editing, arranging, and mastering, always with the same goal in mind: make it sound good and evoke feelings in your listeners.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 17 downloads
Analysis of references and artist demo
12 minutes, 45 seconds
The musical arrangement
14 minutes, 22 seconds
Add real instruments to the production
9 minutes, 29 seconds
Voice recording
4 minutes, 49 seconds
The edition
13 minutes, 58 seconds
The mix: template, organization and first instruments 1
20 minutes, 59 seconds
What's included in this course?
Meet Martín Kano as he shares more about his journey through the world of music production, from how he started out to some of the influences from his career spanning almost two decades.
Before you start producing, learn the basics along with different methods for producing a track, depending on the genre. Your teacher also tells you how to conduct a successful first meeting with an artist looking to hire you as their producer.
Time to start producing your song! Explore the different musical arrangements as well as how to add real instruments to the mix. Then discover how to set up the recording session and how to advise the artist in a way that makes them feel comfortable.
Next, Martín talks to you about the importance of post-production in achieving the final result you are looking for. Edit the material you've recorded and learn how to fine-tune the vocals, then move on to adding effects, and finally, do the mastering.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Produce a song from scratch.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Artists or amateurs, sound professionals, and anyone who wants to make a living from music.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, you don't need any previous knowledge of music theory or to be a recording technician, but it is important to know how to use a DAW (Fruity Loops, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Studio One, etc.).
Reviews
- 6 months ago
Han quedado claro los conceptos.
- 1 year ago
Lo que más valoro de este curso es que compartís tu experiencia y consejos de una forma muy genuina. Aunque el enfoque no es tan profundo en técnicas de mezcla, suma muchísimo en cuanto a cómo ver la producción musical como un negocio o un hobby, y sobre todo en entender lo importante que es no rendirse y seguir aprendiendo. Como dijiste: “Llevo más de 20 años en esto, y recién en los últimos 4 años siento que empiezan a gustarme mis mezclas”. ¡Sos un crack!
- 1 year ago
Recién voy por la 3era unidad y me está encantando este curso
- 1 year ago
Muy útil. Gracias
- 2 years ago
Muy bueno!
Throughout his career, he has won at three international awards ceremonies—Best Music Production st the MBN Awards in Ecuador, the Latino Chicago Awards in the USA, and the Monster Music Awards in Mexico. He is also a voting member of the Latin GRAMMY. His portfolio includes artists and companies such as Alejandro Lerner, Charly Garcia, Hernan Cattaneo, Coca Cola, Nextel, Budweiser, and Fivver.
He currently collaborates with Dolby giving training sessions on Dolby Atmos Music alongsie his face-to-face seminar company, MasterClass Premium.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Basics and pre-production
- History of music production
- Production methods according to musical genre
- First contact with an artist
- Analysis of references and artist demo
- U3
Produce the song
- The musical arrangement
- Add real instruments to the production
- Voice recording
- U4
Editing, mixing and mastering
- The edition
- The mix: template, organization and first instruments 1
- The mix: template, organization and first instruments 2
- The mix: effects and export 1
- The mix: effects and export 2
- The mastering
- FP
Final project
- Introduction to Pop Music Production
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FAQs
You’ll learn to play guitar, produce songs across various genres (rock, pop, urban), record vocals and instruments, mix and master using DAWs like Ableton Live and Pro Tools, and manage independent music projects from concept to release.
This is an intermediate-level course, recommended for those who already have basic music knowledge or instrument skills. It covers advanced topics in production, mixing, and music project management.
It’s not required, but having basic guitar skills will help you get more out of the practical lessons and exercises.
You’ll need a computer, access to a DAW like Ableton Live, Logic, or Pro Tools, headphones or studio monitors, and optionally an audio interface, microphone, and an electric or acoustic guitar.
Yes, the course teaches you how to record vocals and instruments, organize tracks, do professional mixing, and prepare your songs for mastering right from your home studio.
Yes, it covers specific techniques for producing urban music, beats, pop arrangements, style fusions, and industry references from Sweden and Argentina.
You’ll learn communication strategies, empathy, vocal coaching, and professional collaboration skills to work with artists, bands, and session musicians.