Mixing and mastering are important steps in making music, but they can be tricky. Let’s break down the differences in a simple way.

Mixing:

• This is when you balance the different sounds in your music.
• You work on things like positioning sounds and adding effects.
• It takes good listening skills, and that can be a lot to handle!

Mastering:

• This step makes the final song ready for sharing.
• It helps all the songs sound similar, so they flow together.
• This part needs some technical know-how, which can feel a bit scary.

What You Can Do:

• Spend time practicing and watching tutorials to learn more.
• Ask friends or teachers for their thoughts on your work.
• Use special software for mixing and mastering to make things easier.