Before studying music production, I spent years studying classical music. Classical orchestration is a highly refined art that has evolved over centuries, offering timeless lessons in balance, contrast, texture, and the way musical elements work [...]

Zoom in while listening to focus on a single instrument, sound, or frequency range. Zoom out to hear how all the elements interact and contribute to the song as a whole.

Pros and cons of recording using playlists.

When the red light is on, the truth often reveals itself. What does that mean? It can mean many different things, depending on which side of the glass you are standing.

As time goes by, I find myself valuing good communication more and more. This means being able to explain ideas clearly, give specific and useful directions, and adapt the message to the person in front [...]

One of the most common situations during a recording session happens when it’s time to choose the final take. No matter how good a performance is, there always seems to be something that could be [...]

Learning music theory can feel tedious, confusing, and sometimes even intimidating. At the same time, many musicians, producers, and songwriters who already play an instrument often wonder whether studying theory is really necessary at all. [...]

If you started producing music on a computer, learning piano can offer much more than a new technical skill. It can help you better understand many of the elements that shape a strong production and [...]

In our first post, we share the story of how Purple Mic Studio evolved from an idea into a creative space for music, audio, and education.