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The Music Factory with Dave Johnston

Dave Johnston, DMA

The mechanics and philosophy of modern music. Craft-focused, human-driven production workflows and creative insights from an award-winning musician, producer, and Senior Lecturer.

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From Rough Demos to Finished Tracks: My Three-Stage Production Framework

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