DJ BASIC PRO
Who is this for?
This course is designed for those who want to:
- navigate between a multitude of musical genres and DJ technics
- confidently mix music «by the numbers» and «by ear»
- quickly adapt to any DJ hardware and software
- discover rare artists and tracks, as well as curate their own musical collection
Pricing
10 individual sessions with practical exercises, 120 minutes each
Full price - 300$
You can also pay in 2 tranches - 150$ on your 1st session, 150$ on your 10th session
Individual sessions apart from the course - 50$
Full price - 300$
You can also pay in 2 tranches - 150$ on your 1st session, 150$ on your 10th session
Individual sessions apart from the course - 50$
How it works
DJ Basic Pro can take up from 2 weeks to 3 months (usually around 2 months), depending on the timetable established with a student. It includes 10 individual lessons with a personal trainer and 3 months of independent practice. You meet with your instructor, study theory and apply it in practice - first under guided supervision, then on your own. Practical and theory classes alternate with accordance to the student's progress. Gradually, the exercises become more complex and your mixing technique becomes more professional.
Curriculum
All of the sessions will be held in our private studios on professional DJ hardware: digital players, vinyl and controllers. If you are just starting out we will help you choose the gear on our free 30 minutes interview call.
1 hour
1 hour
Internet of things for DJs
Prepping your toolbox
Useful resources, charts, labels and playlists. An overview of electronic music genres. Rekordbox, Keyfinder and other necessary software. Selecting music and preparing your first playlist.
2 hours
2 hours
Rhythm
First practical lesson
Rhythmic grid, bpm, bars & beats. Learning to control track tempo. Introduction to the main features of the player and mixer.
1 hour
1 hour
EQ & Effects
Second practical lesson
Getting comfortable with frequency bands and filters. Mastering sneaky transitions. A round-up of the popular effects and their usage.
1 hour
1 hour
DJ-gear
Get ready to rumble
A complete overview of DJ hardware,
different manufacturers and technical specs.
different manufacturers and technical specs.
1 hour
1 hour
Mix In key
Intro to music theory
Understanding notes, keys and moods. Camelot wheel, Keyfinder and other useful helpers. Specifics of harmonic mixing.
1 hour
1 hour
Know your instrument
Bells and whistles
Deep dive into all of the features of DJ players and mixers. Cable management, signal routing and power. Real world scenarios.
1 hour
1 hour
DJ career
Money talks
Club industry: unspoken rules and common practices, communication etiquette, how to approach art directors, talent scouts and colleges.
Promotion, musical management, bookings and tours.
Promotion, musical management, bookings and tours.
2-4 hours
2-4 hours
Vinyl DJing
Never goes out of style
Understanding principles behind vinyl DJ technics. Where and what music to buy, specifics of playing vinyl records. Developing muscle memory through practice.
*необязательные занятия
*необязательные занятия
2 months
2 months
Practical exercises
Practice. Practice. Practice.
Training all of the necessary skills to perfection under the supervision of an instructor and during independent practical sessions.
3 sets
3 sets
DJ sets
Your time to shine
DJ XL course includes 5 public performances in bars, nightclubs or live-streams. (Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, public performances on stage are currently suspended).
*flexible curriculum
Since all of our courses are 1-on-1 meetings, we always try to tailor these lessons to your experience and needs. If some part of the course is already familiar to you— we are willling to substitute them with more advanced concepts from another course.
We will be happy to greet you at our cozy little studio in Canggu, offer you some tea and answer all of your questions about music production,
DJing and our courses.
DJing and our courses.
Completely free of charge
Book your intro lesson
Meet your instructors:
Founder of the Personal Sensei project and the Engineer electronic music label. Credits include hundreds of vinyl and digital releases, performances in more than 100 cities around the globe, as well as production and promo work for the Kazantip and the Epizode music festivals. Likes his modular synthesizer and daylight parties with Romanian djs.
House music, Minimal (Ableton Live)
FAQ: DJ Basic Pro
You can complete the entire course on the school's equipment, there is no need to buy anything at home.
For those who still want to buy turntables, headphones or a dj controller, we can help you choose and set up your equipment.
For those who still want to buy turntables, headphones or a dj controller, we can help you choose and set up your equipment.
The schedule of classes is compiled individually for each student, study at your own pace and time.
Our doors are open from 10 to 24, seven days a week. Night classes and home visits are also possible (but for an additional fee). We recommend to study at least 2 times a week, 2 hours at a time - it is necessary to keep your skills sharp and gradually improve your techniques.
Our doors are open from 10 to 24, seven days a week. Night classes and home visits are also possible (but for an additional fee). We recommend to study at least 2 times a week, 2 hours at a time - it is necessary to keep your skills sharp and gradually improve your techniques.
Not a problem.
All of the necessary theory will be presented in our courses, adapted to the needs of electronic musicians and DJs. We also have a special course for those who want to know everything about notes, scales, chords and how to use them. It's called "Basic Music Theory".
All of the necessary theory will be presented in our courses, adapted to the needs of electronic musicians and DJs. We also have a special course for those who want to know everything about notes, scales, chords and how to use them. It's called "Basic Music Theory".
If you already have some experience but you feel like you got some blind spots here and there, and you would like them to get cleared up, then you are right - our standard courses aren't for you. What is the point of learning that, what you already know? So here is what we suggest instead.
Plan of action:
*everything described in the plan above is on us, so there are no hidden fees or charges
Plan of action:
- We arrange a free 1-on-1 video call
- You describe us in meticulous detail all of your struggles and doubts, showing us some of your work so we could analyze it all
- As a result we offer you a tailor-made course, which addresses all of your personal concerns
- If you decide that it works for you — you can freely edit the curriculum to your liking and move on to out first lesson together
*everything described in the plan above is on us, so there are no hidden fees or charges
1) You will be able to elevate your musical knowledge. Discover where to get current music, explore genres, rare artists and labels - all very important for a DJ.
2) You will improve your musical literacy. Learn what a time signature is, get acquainted with rhythm, DJ players, mixers. Basic Pro version of the course also offers introduction to music theory, keys and scales.
3) You will learn proper mixing techniques and a clear understanding of nightclub environment. Understand how to properly connect and route DJ equipment.
4) You will be exposed to a set of software that greatly simplifies the life of a professional DJ.
5) You will get the ability to perform in clubs with good DJ equipment or with your own controller.
6) You will learn proper business etiquette and self-promotion techniques.
7) You will be able to practice in the field - we will do our best to help you organise your first three live DJ sets.
DJ Basic Pro is our most popular course. It has an ideal balance of theory and practice which gives beginners enough confidence and skill to start working as a DJ full-time.
2) You will improve your musical literacy. Learn what a time signature is, get acquainted with rhythm, DJ players, mixers. Basic Pro version of the course also offers introduction to music theory, keys and scales.
3) You will learn proper mixing techniques and a clear understanding of nightclub environment. Understand how to properly connect and route DJ equipment.
4) You will be exposed to a set of software that greatly simplifies the life of a professional DJ.
5) You will get the ability to perform in clubs with good DJ equipment or with your own controller.
6) You will learn proper business etiquette and self-promotion techniques.
7) You will be able to practice in the field - we will do our best to help you organise your first three live DJ sets.
DJ Basic Pro is our most popular course. It has an ideal balance of theory and practice which gives beginners enough confidence and skill to start working as a DJ full-time.
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