The Intermediate Serato course is designed for DJs who already understand the fundamentals and are ready to push their skills to the next level. Through focused training in phrasing, transitions, live looping, stems, and FX, students gain tools for crafting immersive, professional sets. By the end of this course, students are comfortable with gig preparation, etiquette, and promotion, and have learned how to perform confidently, ready for any slot on the lineup.

  • Song Structure and Phrasing
    • Learn how to read intros, drops, breakdowns, and bridges for intentional mixing.
  • Advanced Cueing and Looping
    • Apply cue points, jump sections, and create loops for transitions and breakdowns.
  • FX and Transition Strategies
    • Build FX chains, layer filters, and combine FX with EQ and sampler tools.
  • Set Preparation and Gig Readiness
    • Prepare crates for specific time slots, troubleshoot gear, and refine performance workflow.
  • Booking and Professional Etiquette
    • Learn branding, networking, and best practices for live gigs.
  • Stems and Live Remixing
    • Use Serato stems, mashups, and live remix techniques to craft unique sets.
  • Final Advanced Mix Performance
    • Deliver a 30-minute mix demonstrating phrasing, stems, and performance effects.

  • Build and organize sets for different time slots with clear energy mapping.
  • Apply phrasing, cueing, looping, and FX for smooth, creative transitions.
  • Record and perform a 30-minute advanced DJ mix using stems and FX.
  • Execute live mashups with acapellas, instrumentals, and layered FX.
  • Develop professional habits for gig prep, booking, and crowd engagement.
  • Present a polished final mix that reflects a signature sound and professional readiness.
$649.00
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