DJ COURSES LEVEL 1 - 4
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Hands On, All Ages, Fun & Inspiring (max. 5 per class)
Learn to mix, blend, and scratch any kind of music. From rookie to veteran we've got the training that will suit all your DJ goals. Working with the best tools, your DJ education begins with the original industry standard Technics 1200. Along the way you'll incorporate various skills, technologies, and philosophies to create clean, creative, and original mixes. |
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LEVEL 1: INTRO TO DJING
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1 level // 9 hours of hands on instruction
A comprehensive 9 hour introduction course covering all the basics of mixing, scratching, and use of equipment. Designed for the beginner with little to no experience on the turntables. The main focus of "Intro to DJing" is to develop hand skills, basic music theory, and experiment with different ways of playing with sound on your very own vinyl turntable setup. Level 1 DJ is also offered as part of the Full DJ & Full DJ / Producer programs. |
LEVEL 2 DJ: SET BUILDING
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1 level // 9 hours of hands on instruction
Built on the basics of mixing & scratching learned in the Intro course, but placing them within the context of set development. Creative transitions, blends, and designing unique intros will take centre stage as you start crafting an idea of your musical style and character. You'll begin to explore mixing with different genres and selecting a musical style that suits you. The 9 hour session leads towards creating a 10 - 15 minute set which each of you will perform on the final class. Level 2 DJ is also offered as part of the Full DJ & Full DJ / Producer programs. |
LEVEL 3 DJ: RECORDING A DEMO
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1 level // 12 hours of hands on instruction
In this class you will be take your set programming skills to the next level. Level 3 is not only about perfecting mixing and scratching skills, but also about building confidence behind the decks through creative control and personal style. Things to look forward to include exploring detailed mixing transitions, scratching combination methods, and creating a professional "demo tape". We'll also introduce you to the industry leading Traktor PRO software and begin to incorporate digital mixing techniques using loops, cue points, and FX. As you prepare for recording your first mix, you'll learn electronic music production basics as they relate to DJing. Level 3 DJ is also offered as part of the Full DJ & Full DJ / Producer programs. |
LEVEL 4 DJ: LIVE PERFORMANCE
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1 level // 9 hours of hands on instruction
This course is designed for live performance. Learning how to engage an audience is the key to being a successful live DJ! In this class we focus on psychological aspects of preparing for the show including displaying confidence and connecting with the crowd. We'll also focus on the difference between the opener and the featured act. In level 4 we explore what it takes to become the headliner as you prepare your first 30 - 45min which will be performed for the class and captured on video. Level 4 DJ is also offered as part of the Full DJ & Full DJ / Producer programs. |
