Do I need DJ experience to start?

No - the course starts from the fundamentals of beat-matching and blending before building up to a full set.

Does the course cover more than just mixing technique?

Yes - it also covers reading a crowd, having a backup plan, collaborating with other DJs, and preparing for live shows.

How big are the classes?

A maximum of six students, with hands-on time on real equipment.

What software and hardware will I actually learn?

Rekordbox, Serato, turntables, vinyl, DVS, and Mixed in Key, alongside professional mixer and controller setups.

Will I record anything during the course?

Yes - building a set includes recording a demo you can use afterward.

Electronic Music DJ Class

Electronic Music DJ Program | San Francisco

Getting Started

→Understanding beats and rhythm
→Preparing your music
→Intro to beat-matching
→Choosing the best software for your style
→Equipment setup and essentials
→Mixer basics

Music Arrangement

→Hot cues and mapping song structure
→Exploring genres, tempo, and beat structures
→Song structure and phrasing
→Where to mix in and out

Building a Set

→Transitioning between tempos
→Recording a demo
→Setting the right mood
→Choosing tracks effectively
→Harmonic mixing techniques

FX and Transition Tools

→Looping techniques
→Introduction to common effects
→EQ essentials
→Filtering techniques
→FX dos and don’ts

Professional Hardware & Software

→Serato
→Mixing with turntables, vinyl, and DVS
→Using Mixed in Key
→Rekordbox

Preparing Your Set

→Mixing with acapellas
→Using stems for creative mixing
→Reading the crowd and having a ‘plan B’
→Collaborating with other DJs
→Fine-tuning your mixes

Industry Insights

→Developing business skills
→Comparing club, wedding, and corporate events
→Understanding basic contracts
→Preparing for live shows
→Networking strategies

Live Streaming

→Choosing the best streaming platform
→Perform live as your final class project!
→Intro to OBS streaming software
→Setting up audio and video
→Incorporating graphic design and visuals

Use the ‘CONNECT’ button below to request schedule and pricing information. One of our placement experts will respond within one business day. For one-on-one lessons, visit our Music Production Private Instruction page.

Taught at our San Francisco studio, the Electronic Music DJ Class keeps groups small enough that every student gets real time at the controls. Bay Area producers lead the sessions, and the identical course can be taken live online if that suits you better, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse.

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