The South African DJ's guide to mixing house music is definitely one of the easiest and the most affordable ways to learn how to DJ in the comfort of your own home. Learn how to mix Amapiano, Afro House, Deep House and Gqom.
At your own pace, you can ultimately learn the important skills required to take your skills to the next level using step by step instructions and a birds eye view. The lessons are conducted using the latest Rekordbox software and the Pioneer XDJ-RX2, which is the standard equipment used similar to current CDJs.
Individuals that are considering taking up DJing as a career will benefit from the Beginner Level: The fundamentals of mixing. Here we cover everything to get you ready for your first gig. This includes the technical aspects of organizing your music on Rekordbox, how to connect and operate DJ decks, how to beatmatch, song selection, perfecting your timing, phrasing as well as where to find music.
The next level is called the Intermediate Level: How to build a DJ set. Here you will learn how to select music in order to build a proper DJ set for any of the sub-genres of house. We go over the basics of music theory, how to listen to the energy of music as well as the benefits of mixing in key. You will learn the basics of looping and using echo effects to maintain energy while beat matching. We also cover common mistakes that DJs make so that you can avoid them.
The advanced level of this course is called the Creative Level: Adding creativity to your mixes. Here you will learn how to create your own acapellas including apps used, and how to incorporate them into your mixes. Using Rekordbox, you will learn how to create your own edits as well as your own mashups. We will also cover creative ways that you can use loops including chopping up samples and adding energy to buildups. And of course included is an introduction of how to perform advanced echo effects made famous by Black Coffee.
There is no limit to the ways that you can express your creativity and this course is a window into the endless possibilities.
Learning via a digital course ensures that you always have a guideline to refer to even when you don't have physical equipment at your disposal. It is also a more convenient way to learn if you don't have access to a physical DJ school. You will be able to study the technique and implement it whenever you can.