Excerpt: Learn GarageBand tips and tricks

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Excerpt: Learn GarageBand tips and tricks
It’s no secret that GarageBand is entry-level music editing software. But at the same time, GarageBand can perform feats that aren’t immediately obvious. In this excerpt from Take Control of Recording with GarageBand, Jeff Tolbert shares some tips and tricks for the music-creation software.
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