Have you always wanted to learn how to DJ, but don’t know where to start? In this two-day intensive workshop (5 hours each), you will learn the basics of digital DJing and gain a comprehensive insight into the technology, theory and practice.
Registration only possible on the respective registration day!
What you can expect:
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What is DJing? Introduction to the basics and tasks of DJs.
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Sound carriers & formats: MP3, WAV, AIFF, FLAC – what’s behind them?
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Find and organize music: Tips on online stores and USB formatting.
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DJ software: Introduction to Rekordbox and Traktor.
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Technical DJ basics: beatmatching, transitions, counting bars, BPM & cue.
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Sound engineering basics: volume level, signal flow, gain, equalizer (EQ), cable types and the importance of monitors.
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Devices and setups: Pioneer multi-player, mixer, laptop, controller – functions and application.
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Practical part: Setting up a DJ setup together and trying it out on your own.
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Technology recommendations: What’s worth getting started with?
You will have the opportunity to try out what you have learned at several stations in a relaxed atmosphere and gain your own initial experience.
All you need to bring is curiosity, a love of music and a self-identification with the term FLINTA* (women, lesbians, inter-, non-binary, trans and agender people).
The number of participants is limited to a maximum of 7 people per workshop in order to create a personal and pleasant learning atmosphere. The allocation of places in the workshop will be drawn by lot. Only one person can register per email.
Key Facts:
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Duration: 2 days of 5 hours each from 12-17 h
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Level: Beginners
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Dates + registration:
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February 01 & 02, 2025 – Registration on 05.01.25
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March 01 & 02, 2025 – Registration on 26.01.25
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April 05 & 06, 2025 – Registration on 09.03.25
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November 01 & 02, 2025 – Registration on 05.10.25
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Fee: 160-200 € (incl. VAT) (reduced rate 140 €)
Registration at: esshar@gmx.de
Lecturer:in*:
