This class is a focused exploration of DJing house music at a professional level. Students learn how to prep and structure house sets with purpose, use loops and FX with intention, and deliver transitions that are musically appropriate and emotionally compelling. The final class covers DJ business essentials including set placement, gig behavior, branding, and professional expectations—equipping students with both the technique and mindset to play house sets in real-world settings from warmup to peak hours.

  • Track Structure & Prep
    • Students analyze house track forms and prepare cue points in Rekordbox.
  • Cue Mastery
    • Students set and use hot cues to guide transitions.
  • Loop-Based Transitions
    • Students practice extending or compressing transitions using loops.
  • Rekordbox Tools
    • Students use beatgrids, quantize, and saved loops for precise mixing.
  • FX & Creative Layering
    • Students apply filters, delays, reverbs, and isolators to shape transitions.
  • Set Construction
    • Students plan a full set arc from opener to closer.
  • DJ Roles
    • Students understand house-specific roles and responsibilities in a lineup.
  • Career Essentials
    • Students learn professionalism, gig etiquette, and branding strategies.

  • Prep and analyze at least 5 house tracks with cue points and beatgrids in Rekordbox.
  • Perform phrase-based transitions using cues, loops, and EQ.
  • Use FX with musical intent to create build, release, and energy control.
  • Construct and present a 20–30 minute house set plan with narrative arc.
  • Develop the ability to identify and execute DJ roles in a house lineup.
  • Apply gig etiquette, branding, and promo strategies to real-world DJ opportunities.
  • Create or refine a promo mix and basic EPK for professional presentation.
$649.00
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