Communities

There are several online communities where you can learn how to make music, connect with other musicians, and get feedback on your work. The best one for you will depend on your specific interests and goals within music production.

Reddit

Reddit hosts a variety of subreddits dedicated to helping people learn how to make music. These subreddits are valuable resources for beginners and experienced musicians alike. Here are some of the best subreddits to help you learn how to make music:

• r/WeAreTheMusicMakers: This is one of the largest and most active music production communities on Reddit. You can find discussions on various aspects of music production, share your work for feedback, and get advice on music-making techniques and gear.
• r/edmproduction: If you're interested in electronic dance music (EDM), this subreddit is an excellent resource. It covers topics like production techniques, software, hardware, and music theory relevant to EDM genres.
• r/WeAreTheMusicMakers/Feedback: This subreddit is dedicated specifically to getting feedback on your music. It's a great place to share your tracks and receive constructive criticism from fellow musicians.
• r/musictheory: If you want to deepen your understanding of music theory, this subreddit can help. You can ask questions about theory concepts, chord progressions, scales, and more.
• r/audioengineering: For those interested in the technical side of music production, this subreddit covers topics like recording, mixing, mastering, and audio equipment.
• r/synthrecipes: If you're into synthesizers and want to recreate sounds from your favorite songs or learn synthesis techniques, this subreddit is a treasure trove of synth recipes.
• r/FL_Studio or r/ableton: These subreddits are dedicated to specific DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations), FL Studio and Ableton Live, respectively. You can find tutorials, tips, and ask questions related to these software platforms.
• r/guitarlessons, r/piano, and r/drums: These subreddits cater to musicians learning specific instruments. You can find tutorials, sheet music, and tips for improving your playing skills.
• r/songwriting: If you're interested in songwriting, this subreddit is a great place to discuss the craft of creating lyrics and melodies. You can also share your original songs for feedback.
• r/Beatmatch and r/DJs: These subreddits are geared towards DJs and those interested in DJing. You can learn about mixing techniques, equipment, and music selection.
• r/musicproduction: This subreddit focuses on music production techniques, software, and hardware. It's a place to discuss various aspects of music creation.
• r/AdvancedProduction: For more experienced producers looking to dive deep into advanced production techniques and concepts.

Discord

Many music production communities have Discord servers where you can chat in real-time, share your music, and get feedback. Look for servers related to your preferred genre or software.

Music Theory:

• The Study of Music: This server is dedicated to discussing music theory, composition, and analysis. It's a great place to learn about the fundamentals of music.
• Hooktheory: Hooktheory's Discord server is focused on music theory and songwriting. You can ask questions, get feedback on your compositions, and engage in theory discussions.

DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations):

• Ableton Community: If you use Ableton Live, this server is a hub for Ableton users. You can find tutorials, project feedback, and collaborate with others.
• FL Studio Producers: This server is specifically for FL Studio users. It's a place to learn about FL Studio, share your music, and collaborate with fellow producers.

Genres and Production Techniques:

• EDMProduction: If you're into electronic dance music (EDM), this server is a goldmine for production techniques, sound design, and genre-specific discussions.
• Hip Hop Makers: This server is focused on hip-hop production. You can learn about beat making, mixing, and collaborate with rappers and other producers.

Sound Design and Synthesis:

• SynthCity: SynthCity is all about synthesizers and sound design. You can explore different synthesis techniques, share your synth creations, and get advice.
• Sound Design Academy: This server is dedicated to sound design across various genres. It's a great place to learn about creating unique sounds and textures.

Feedback and Collaboration:

• Songwriters' Guild: This server is for songwriters looking to collaborate and get feedback on their compositions.
• The Music Hangout: It's a friendly and active music community where you can share your music for feedback, collaborate, and discuss music-related topics.

General Music Production:

• Music Producers: This server covers a wide range of music production topics. You can ask questions, share your work, and connect with producers of all skill levels.
• Music Production Network: A community of music producers discussing various aspects of music production, from technical details to creative processes.

Piano and Keyboard:

• Piano World: If you're interested in piano and keyboard playing and production, this server offers discussions, resources, and advice.

Guitar and Bass:

• Guitarists Unite: A server for guitarists and bassists to share techniques, tabs, and collaborate on music projects.

Other

• Gearslutz: If you're interested in the technical aspects of music production and equipment, Gearslutz is a great community. It's a forum dedicated to discussing audio gear, studio setups, and production techniques.
• KVR Audio: This is a community primarily focused on virtual instruments and software. It's an excellent place to discuss music production software, plugins, and get advice on music-making tools.
• Ableton Forum or Logic Pro Help Forum: If you use specific software like Ableton Live or Logic Pro, their respective forums are great places to connect with other users, ask questions, and share your knowledge.
• Sound on Sound Forum: Sound on Sound is a respected music production magazine, and their forum is a hub for discussions on recording, mixing, and music technology.
• Producer's Playground (Facebook Group): If you're on Facebook, there are numerous music production groups. Producer's Playground is one of the more active ones, offering a space for producers to share and discuss their work.
• Splice Community: Splice is a platform that provides samples, presets, and collaboration tools. Their community forum is a good place to connect with producers and learn about different production techniques.
• YouTube and Twitch: While not traditional forums, many music producers and educators have channels on YouTube and Twitch where they offer tutorials, live streams, and interactive Q&A sessions.
• Meetup: While not exclusively online, Meetup.com can help you find local music production and musician groups if you're interested in offline meetups and networking.

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