What is currently the best music-making program out there?
I hear Sibelius isn't all that good.
First you need to answer some questions:
Do you want to write sheet music, do multitrack recording or create synthesized music?
What genre of music do you plan to make, orchestral, pop/rock, electronica or something else?
Are you more interested in ease of use or raw power?
What's your price range?
Do you own a Mac? (If you do you already have a decent one called GarageBand.)
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>>First you need to answer some questions:
>>Do you want to write sheet music, do multitrack recording or create synthesized music?
I don't understand the question.
>>What genre of music do you plan to make, orchestral, pop/rock, electronica or something else?
All sorts, I was thinking of a program which you could set certain instruments for certain notes, and put it all together.
>>Are you more interested in ease of use or raw power?
I don't understand the question.
>>What's your price range?
I want to get the best USB Musical Keyboard and the best Program in order to do my best.
>>Do you own a Mac? (If you do you already have a decent one called GarageBand.)
Windows Vista
Well, it sounds as if you're a newbie, so I'd recommend a book such as this: http://www.amazon.com/Composing-Digital-Music-Dummies-Computer/dp/0470170956/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1205262382&sr=1-4
I'm not certain which software it comes with, but it's probably some version of Cakewalk, which will serve you well for learning.
After you get the hang of things, you can upgrade to something pro like Cubase or Reason if you like.