Private DJ and Electronic Music Lessons in Boulder
Learn to DJ or compose electronic music with guidance from a highly skilled and experienced electronic music producer based in downtown Boulder, Colorado. Lessons with me will begin with the very basics if you are a beginner or will build upon your existing skills and knowledge. The focus will be on developing and evolving your skill set to help you become both technically proficient and creatively inspired. Each session includes music theory, hands-on experimentation with DJ equipment and software, and dedicated practice time to master the art of dropping the beat seamlessly.
You'll learn
The Basics of DJing
Understanding the dj mixer
Software navigation (Traktor, Serato, or Virtual DJ)
Counting music, bars, and understanding musical structure
Controllerism (Choosing a controller & understanding its functionality)
Learning and applying music mixing techniques
DJ Techniques
Cue-pointing music
Looping and looping concepts
Loop rolling
Dj efx's and application (hi-pass, low-pass, reverb, flanger, phaser, etc)
Triggering samples (designing personal triggers)
Turntablism, scratching and turntable techniques
Music Management
Making playlists
Creating a live set
Understanding styles and genres
Improvisation, freestyling mixing
Advanced DJ Techniques
Mixing on the fly
Custom midi mapping your controller
Recording and editing mixes
Playing to the crowd
Advance software techniques
Whether you want to just have fun or you seek to be on stage, DJ lessons and electronic music production with me will build your creativity, skills and confidence!
Rates
Each lesson is $50 for a hour.
No previous experience necessary. Children and teens are welcome!