How to Compose Music Using GarageBand

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Launch Garageband and select "File > New" in the upper left-hand corner.

   Create the title for your new song and adjust the tempo and key that you want to make the song in.
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   Step 2: Once the screen loads for your new song

   This will create a new track.
   
   Note: you can also do this by selecting "Track > New Track" in the top menu. , "Software Instrument" allows you to record using the built-in GarageBand instruments using the keys on your computer, or a keyboard attached via MIDI or USB. "Real Instrument" allows you to record voice or instruments using the microphone on your computer. "Electric Guitar" allows you to modify electric guitar recordings with built-in GarageBand amplifier, sustain, and delay settings.
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   Step 3: click the "+" symbol in the lower left hand corner of the screen.

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   Step 4: Decide if you want to use "Software Instrument"

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   Step 5: "Real Instrument"

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   Step 6: or "Electric Guitar".

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