Making DAWs Accessible: Creating music without barriers
Published: 10th November 2026
How can music technology become more accessible to everyone? In Episode 96 of Music Education Podcast, producer Jason Dasent explores how inclusive design can help blind musicians create music independently.
Jason demonstrates how he uses Logic Pro and a screen reader to compose, arrange and mix music, highlighting the importance of accessible controls, keyboard shortcuts and clear audio feedback. The demonstration shows just how much can be achieved when the right tools are in place. He also shares why involving users in the design process is essential to creating technology that works for everyone.
The conversation explores Jason’s work with Charanga on YuStudio®, our award-winning digital audio workstation, helping to improve accessibility and remove barriers to music-making. Alongside accessible software, teacher confidence and effective onboarding resources are key to ensuring all learners can explore music technology, develop their skills and express their creativity.
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