• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Music Production

    Music Production Courses

    Music production courses can help you learn how to record, edit, mix, and produce music using digital audio workstations and studio techniques.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Learn a new tool or skill in an interactive, hands-on environment.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Find the Best Music Production Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Production en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, CI/CD, Google Cloud Platform, Application Deployment, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud-Native Computing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Managed Services, Database Management Systems, Identity and Access Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Demand Planning in RStudio: Create Demand Forecast

      Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Production Planning, Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Inventory Management System, Plot (Graphics), R Programming, Data Visualization, Statistical Programming

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      A Practical Introduction to Test-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Test Automation, Test Case, Development Testing, Software Testing, Mockups, Python Programming

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Codio

      Advanced Django: External APIs and Task Queuing

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Application Frameworks, Web Development, GitHub, Development Environment, Version Control

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      24 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      Shape and Property Control of Metals I & II

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Semiconductors, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Production Process, Process Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Michigan

      Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S.

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Journalism, Public Safety and National Security, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Music

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      X

      Xi'an Jiaotong University

      基于.Net的Web开发技术

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Web Development, Database Application, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Data Access, Web Servers, Data Validation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      نماذج إدارة العمليات | Operations Management Models

      Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Production Schedule, Quality Management, Operations Management, Production Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Business Operations, Quality Control, Production Process, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Build a user login system for a Django website

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), User Experience Design, Secure Coding, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Application Security, Application Frameworks, Development Environment, Authentications, Web Applications, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • É

      École Polytechnique

      Outsmarting intermittency

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Technology Solutions, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo crear presentaciones usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      25 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Creatividad computacional

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computational Thinking, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Python Programming, Algorithms, Music Theory

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Searches related to music production

    music production capstone
    music production: crafting award-worthy songs
    electronic music production
    the art of music production
    the technology of music production
    the business of music production
    mixing and completing your music production
    1…606162…89

    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music production courses

    • Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Production en Español: Google Cloud
    • Demand Planning in RStudio: Create Demand Forecast: Coursera Project Network
    • A Practical Introduction to Test-Driven Development: LearnQuest
    • Advanced Django: External APIs and Task Queuing: Codio
    • Shape and Property Control of Metals I & II: Arizona State University
    • Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S. : University of Michigan
    • 基于.Net的Web开发技术: Xi'an Jiaotong University
    • نماذج إدارة العمليات | Operations Management Models: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Build a user login system for a Django website: Coursera Project Network
    • Outsmarting intermittency: École Polytechnique

    Why Learn Music Production?

    Music production is the process of creating and shaping sound—from songwriting and recording to mixing and mastering. It blends creativity with technical skill and is essential in the music, film, and gaming industries. Learning music production can help you bring musical ideas to life, whether you’re building a career or exploring a creative passion.

    Skills you can learn in Marketing

    Market (economics) (28)
    Social Media (15)
    Marketing Strategy (14)
    Analytics (13)
    Brand (13)
    Digital Marketing (13)
    Marketing Analytics (11)
    Plan (11)
    Advertising (9)
    Modeling (9)
    Social Media Marketing (9)
    Brand Management (7)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Music Production

    Top options include the Music Production Specialization from Berklee College of Music and Electronic Music Production from Berklee as well. These courses cover the full production process—from recording and editing to mixing and mastering—using digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, or Pro Tools.‎

    Yes. Many music production courses offer a free audit option. This allows you to access video lessons and readings at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to record and edit audio, use MIDI and virtual instruments, arrange tracks, apply effects, and mix and master songs. Some courses also cover songwriting, sound design, and music theory fundamentals.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses introduce tools and concepts step by step. You don’t need to play an instrument or have studio experience—just a computer and a DAW (many offer free trials or have entry-level versions).‎

    Yes. Whether you’re aiming to release music, work in audio production, or support content creation, these courses can help you build real skills, develop a portfolio, and gain confidence using professional tools and techniques.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog
    • Teaching Center

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok