Weekend DJ Course - Pt 2


Summary


If you want to take your DJ technique to the next level and add some creative flair to your mixing then this is the place to do it. Learn how to get the most from CD mixing and MP3 systems like Serato, using the latest DJ technology from Pioneer. Create instant remixes and mash ups using accapellas, loop points and samples. Give your mixes a unique flavour with creative EQ and effects tricks. Taught in a small group by a pro DJ, you will learn the skills you need to keep the dancefloor moving. All music styles are welcome. We've been training DJ's for over 15 years and won six consecutive awards from DJ Magazine. Take your mixing to the next level with the original and best DJ School.

Group discounts are available. Call for details.

Content

 

Consolidate Your Mixing

  • Professional tips to ensure a solid DJtechnique
  • Resolve problem areas with your mixing
  • EQ, monitoring, headphone levels
  • Panning, level matching and phrasing

 

CD Mixing

  • Pioneer CDJ 1000s
  • Vinyl mode, pitch controls andtime-stretching
  • Creating and saving cue points andloops
  • Creative digital DJ tricks

 

MP3 Mixing with Serato ScratchLive

  • Mixing MP3 and .wav files
  • Hot cues, sampling
  • Creating playlists
  • Converting vinyl to digital

Sampling andEffects

  • Learn how and where to use effects
  • Delay, flange, phasing and filtertricks
  • Pioneer DJM 600 on board effects andsampler
  • Basic scratch techniques and acapellamixing

 

Promoting Yourselfas a DJ

  • Tips for an effective demo CD
  • How to get gigs
  • Industry tips and hints

 

 

Scratch Tutorials

  • The baby scratch and the slur scratch
  • Basic fader scratches: cuts, stabs,transforming
  • Scratch techniques: Crab, Chirp andFlare
  • Plus Orbits, Rubs, Drills, Lazers andPhasers

 

 

 

Review

Journalist Marcus Barnes took a DJ course with us. See what he thought of Point Blank in his feature in The Independent.

Gig Opportunities

Students benefit from real DJ opportunities such as playing at 93 Feet East and Ministry of Sound!

 
 Course Details

Duration: Weekend

Price: £395.00

 Available Dates
June 2012
August 2012
October 2012

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Payment Options

 Weekly Timetable

Two daytime classes
(11am - 7pm)

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