A Practical, Beginner-Friendly Adventure

Welcome to Listening Edge Records Production Tutorials!

This series is all about learning BandLab — an accessible, free, and easy-to-use online DAW that’s perfect for creating music at any level.

I’m Trevor, a music teacher and home recording enthusiast. I studied music production over a decade ago, but honestly, I’m relearning right alongside you! These tutorials aren’t about being flashy or fast — they’re about actually understanding how BandLab works: setting up projects, routing, working with MIDI and audio, and building templates you can use over and over again.

For the Amateur Home Producer

If you’re an at-home music maker just starting out, BandLab is a fantastic place to dive in.

It’s free, intuitive, and lets you experiment without needing expensive gear.

We’ll explore how to find your way around BandLab, start projects, record, and begin shaping your own musical ideas — no fancy studio needed.

For the Music Student

Learning a DAW like BandLab is a valuable extension of your music and theory studies.

Recording yourself, experimenting with musical layers, and applying theory concepts inside a real project brings everything you’re learning to life.

In my own lessons, I often use BandLab to help students hear how melodies, chords, and rhythms blend together in a fun, real-world way.

For the Music Teacher

If you’re a music teacher, BandLab can be a powerful tool to enrich your lessons.

Introducing students to DAW basics opens up a world of creativity, collaboration, and understanding how multiple instruments work together.

It’s a great way to make theory, composition, and performance more engaging — without needing a complicated setup.

Whether you’re producing at home, studying music, or teaching others, BandLab offers an amazing platform to explore and create.

Let’s dive in and start learning BandLab — one button at a time!