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Newsletter: October 2015

10/14/2015

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It's October! GO BLUE JAYS!!
Welcome to our Video Newsletter! Here are highlights of things we got going on this month. You can also go the trusted old school route and check the full newsletter: READ HERE
  • Contest Giveaway for a FREE Native Instruments Traktor Audio 6
  • THUMP came by our After School Youth Program
  • Massive: Intro to Sound Design - November 15th
  • Our Instagram is getting busier follow us! @Offcentredj
  • New Off Centre Student Night Feature: Artist Podium Nights
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Making Beats in Ableton - Sampling Techniques Part 2

4/7/2015

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Off Centre DJ School's Instructor Circles & Squares breaks down the intricacies of Sampling in Ableton Live with Part 2 of this multi part series.  This video takes you deeper into methods of extracting samples (in this case melodies) and making quick use of them in your midi note editor to build upon your existing rhythmic foundation.  

Take virtually any audio file and manipulate the selected source to create something new.

Learn more about music production with Ableton:

http://www.offcentredj.com/full-producer-program.html
http://www.offcentredj.com/ableton-live.html
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OCDJ - TV Episode 3: Old is the New, New

3/5/2015

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"Man, that music is old!" .....really?

In this edition of OCDJ - TV we dive deep into ideas and definitions of old vs. new music. What exactly do either of those words really mean? And how do perspectives of old and new affect our production, sampling sensibilities, and feelings about  how good or bad a track is. 

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Making Beats in Ableton: Sampling Techniques Part 1

2/12/2015

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Off Centre DJ School's Instructor Circles & Squares breaks down the intricacies of Sampling in Ableton Live with Part 1 of this multi part series.  This video focusses specifically on the technique of "slicing" which is a streamlined method of extracting samples (in this case drums) and making quick use of them in your midi note editor. Take virtually any audio file and manipulate the selected source to create something new.

Ableton Live is used to create, record, produce, and even perform music. Learn about linear and improvisational approaches to producing electronic music as we take you through the software’s unique interface. Browse through our latest course offerings HERE


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OCDJ - TV Episode 2: If You Wanna Get Dirty Go Direct

2/5/2015

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Direct drive turntables vs belt driven, making money as a DJ and more questions are answered in episode 2 of OCDJ - TV. Do you have questions? Email: [email protected]

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The Importance of Visual Cues

11/26/2014

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Ever wonder how DJ's are able to find sounds so quickly and stick with them? The video above sheds light on one of the most important techniques - establishing visual cues. Our Level 1: Intro to DJing course covers this and many more tools to get you started on your journey into the wonderful world of DJing.
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DJ Tips - How to Use Visual Cues

11/26/2014

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Scratch with perfect precision and visualize your sound with these helpful tips on visual cues. 
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