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DJ Performance

DJ Performance

DJ Performance Course
Los Angeles & Live Online

Our 36 Hr DJ Performance course is suitable for both beginners and bedroom DJs. Learn the professional workflow from our expert DJ instructors in groups of no more than 5. Our generously equipped DJ lab has every piece of industry standard equipment you’d see in respectable venues, including Pioneer Nexus decks with Rekordbox. If you want to DJ in popular genres like EDM, Hip Hop or House this the course is for you.

 

 

 

Who is this course for?

  • Beginner DJs and more experienced self-taught students seeking formal, complete training in DJ ing and CDJs
  • Music Producers & Artists who wants to get into the DJ world and perform their music
  • Electronic and Hip Hop Musicians looking to incorporate DJ ing to their arsenal
  • Influencers, Promoters or anyone who wants to explore the world of DJ performance

 

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Course Highlights
• 36 hours of world-class training in DJ Performance.
• Hands-on instruction in small class sizes ( not more than 5 ) for proper individual attention.
• CDJs, Rekordbox and controllers.
• Various opportunities to perform in venues and open decks as our DJ graduate and alumni.
• Most of our DJ instructors are well versed in Ableton too.

Prerequisites
• Laptop
• Make an account on Pioneer and download RekordBox here.
• Two 32 GB USBs
• DJ headphones
Upgrades available to our Ableton Producer Program. Contact Admissions for Ableton DJ-Producer options and all other questions.

Meet Instructor Jes Danz
Meet our Alum DJ Namira
Why study DJ Performance with us?

Interacting with your like-minded class gives you advantage over anyone trying to teach themselves with books or pre-recorded tutorial videos. Learning DJ ing should be FUN – not tedious! If you missed a few classes and would like to catch up or simply want to repeat some or all of your course, our doors are always open to alums for the next class cycle. We curate exclusive DJ performances in various Los Angeles clubs and venues. Check out some of the performances below from our graduates! Garnish has also partnered with many with local open deck venues to connect you with fans and promoters.

Garnish LA Big Day Party Graduation Concert

Namira

Zelene

Jon Elle

Astro

Voodeaux

Bok Choi Boi

36 Hours

$1799 Tuition + $200 Registration Fee

(15 % off Early Bird Special $300 discount if booked 14 days before start!)

Get in touch and our placement experts will follow up with information.

For one-to-one lessons, connect with us on Private Instruction

Schedule and Book 

Meet Our World-Class Instructors

Our instructor roster ranges from Multi-Platinum Songwriters and Producers to Los Angeles based DJs and Artists. Have a look!

Need some help on a Project or Topic from class? No Problem. Our instructors can work with you 1-on-1 in Focus Hours

 

Book 1-on-1 Focus Hours

DJ Performance Syllabus

Intro & Overview

Equipment, set up, and ready to go

Mixer essentials

Beats and bars

Intro to beat matching

The structure of electronic music

Beginner Problems & Solutions

Pitch and identifying dissonance (known as clashing)

Where to mix in and mix out

Differences you need to know between Trap/Bass and ‘Four-On-The-Floor’

Building a Set

Tips on track choice

Tempo

Set order

Mix points

Teaser mixes

FX & Pro Hardware / Software

Introduction to common FX

EQ

All about filtering

FX in the mix dos and dont’s

Pioneer Nexus

Rekordbox

Mixed In Key

Your Set

Fine tuning your set

Mixing acapellas

Reading a crowd and having a ‘Plan B’

Advanced Mixing & Digital Tricks

Sampling and triggering

All about delay and reverb in the mix

Looping and making your own mash-ups on the fly

Impact mixing with levels and FX

Body language behind the decks

Advanced Set Building & Ad-libbing

Out-of-the-box song choice

Tempo change tips

Music programming

Preparing for Your Show

Recording your set

Promoting

What Next?

Keep the momentum going

Developing your sound and individuality

Music Technology & Business are constantly evolving. Our curriculums are routinely updated to give you the best experience.

Our Students Say. . .

 

“Everything went really well in Ibiza this
time and I had so much fun! I am so
glad you taught me, you’re the best
xoxo”

Paris Hilton
Garnish DJ Program

I wouldn't change a thing about this course. It was ten times better than I expected it to be. The instructor was incredibly informative and kept things fun. I've played with software for a couple of years and thought I got most of the basics down but I definitely was wrong. Great course! I would definitely recommend this course to anybody wanting to learn the production side of music. It was incredibly helpful and left me inspired to make tracks 24/7.

Kristina Bialkowski

I went from knowing pretty much nothing about Logic to knowing how to built loops, work with midi, mix, and actually be able to record the music I write and and arrange on the computer. I'm really excited because Logic Pro X has opened up a new world for me as a singer songwriter!

Dawn Red Sun

I am a lot better off than I was months ago blindly watching Youtube tutorials and not knowing what I was doing. The teacher was a great, very patient and understanding, with all skill levels in the room.

Abraham Perrotta

The small class size allowed the instructor time to give us individual attention/feedback. The teaching style was easily adjusted according to the levels in the class. As a very new producer, I never felt left behind. I never would have thought I could make this much progress in just 6 weeks!

Andie Arbogast

This class was great. I've been wanting to learn digital music production and was warned that Logic was one of the most complex and difficult to learn DAW. In only 6 days I think I've learned the program well enough to start producing my own tracks. Not only that but I've left the class with enough excitement to get busy and make some music with my new found knowledge.

Paul Vachier

It was very hands on. the teacher knew a vast amount about this topic and is very informative and clear. He has methods of utilizing teachings that enable us to relate to better understand in what circumstances these methods would be used for productions.

Raymond Casarez

This class was tough for me, as I'm a beginner (and am 48 with not a ton of technical or DAW experience). I wanted to immerse myself, so I could learn as much as possible, but much of the class was still a bit too advanced for me. Darren was fantastic, and I REALLY appreciated the offer to come back and stand in future classes. That makes me feel like I'll definitely get my moneys worth!

William 'John' Bragg

I came into the program with no idea how to work Logic, and after the intensive week, I worked out programming beats, using loops and samples…I feel like I can take my music to the next level now. Thanks 🙂

Christy Thompson

Great teacher who leaves no stone unturned! After Garnish, I feel that I have the tools to build a strong foundation and begin a career in the music industry.

Daniel Cobos

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    Everything went really well in Ibiza this time and I had so much fun! I am so glad you taught me, you're the best xoxo

    Paris Hilton

    I just wanted to say THANK YOU so much for such an awesome experience. The classes Garnish offered and the final experience at Exchange LA was the push I needed to accelerate my new career and gave me confidence as a DJ.

    Matthew Naramore

    This kind of material and skill needs to be well TAUGHT. The instructors were excellent teachers and mentors. They are very passionate about the craft - and are extremely knowledgeable as well as experienced. But they also are very good at articulating the lessons and passing along that wisdom so we can learn... The course was an excellent mix of discussion as well as hands-on training. The instructors also set an exceptional tone for our classroom and created an environment that was motivating and optimal for learning. Great job!

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    Patrick Lewey

    I wanted to thank you once again for the great night yesterday! Thank you for the unbelievable chance to play in such a good and big place as Exchange Club and for the chance to feel amazing emotions Djing! I hope you liked it and were glad about my set. I appreciate your help and support during the night! I had really good time! Your school and particularly Dj class are fantastic!

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    I learned more in 6 days than a year of trying to learn on my own. Explained everything in an easy to understand format. Covered tons of material.

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    Lots of one on one, great break down, wonderful teacher. Awesome staff..I cant wait to take a production course to advance what I have learned in this class. Very positive, super supportive. I'm so happy I decided to cont. with my education..201 made everything gel in my brain from the first class especially when I started playing out. It all made sense.

    Bee Cregar

    The classes were a game-changer. In just a few weeks I was playing at gigs with confidence and getting booked for more. I would never be where I am now without Garnish

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