How To DJ (Properly): The Art And Science Of Playing Records - the definitive guide to becoming the ultimate DJ and spinning your way to success - Softcover

Broughton, Frank; Brewster, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0593058119 ISBN 13: 9780593058114

Publisher: Bantam Press, 2006

Synopsis

This is the world's first guide to become the ultimate DJ - and the only guide you'll ever need, perfect for beginners and more experienced DJs who want to hone their skills from music industry experts. The illustrated tutorials and no-nonsense tips and advice will ensure you're standing at the decks and mixing in no time...!

'A truly comprehensive tome ... Young musicians, as well as aspiring DJs, could learn a trick or two' -- Independent on Sunday
'An absolute must' -- ***** Reader review
'The DJ Bible' -- ***** Reader review
'A must for a potentially good DJ! Just Buy it, You will not regret it' -- ***** Reader review
'I never knew you could learn practical skills from literature but this book changed my life' -- ***** Reader review
'Really useful BUY IT NOW!' -- ***** Reader review
'Entertaining, informative and encouraging' -- ***** Reader review

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How to DJ Properly forms both the perfect introduction for the novice who wants a pair of Technics turntables for Christmas and contains enough spot-on advice and advanced instruction to be valuable to more experienced DJs.
Written in an entertaining no-nonsense style, with a healthy dose of realism, it shatters some illusions about the dance industry and offers in return some powerfully inspiring visions as it explains the true rewards of the DJ's craft.

Including everything you will ever need to know:
*illustrated tutorials on mixing techniques and styles and using multiple decks (covers beatmatching, stopping, cutting, spinbacks and much more!)
*tips on buying the right equipment and records
*advice from superstar DJs and industry insider secrets aplenty
*how to make your own tracks, how to get gigs and how to get people dancing, pace the night and throw the best party ever

It really is a masterclass in becoming the ultimate DJ. Now all you need is to get out of your bedroom and do it . . .

About this title

About the Author

Bill Brewster and Frank Broughton are the authors of the hugely successful definitive history of the DJ, 'Last Night a DJ Saved My Life', as well as writing for magazines and newspapers including I-D, The Face and the Guardian.

From the Back Cover

* The world s first credible and comprehensive guide to DJing
* All levels from beginner to advanced
* Packed with hints and tips from the worlds greatest DJs

With so many books and courses available to the beginner now, it s great to find one that gets it spot on. In future if anyone asks me for tips on Djing, I ll simply tell them to read this. Rocky, X-Press 2

I love this book it s helped me set many guidelines for my longterm dream of starting a DJ Academy. Danny Tenaglia

THE CRAFT
What makes a great DJ? How does a DJ create so much energy and emotion? Real insight into the art of playing records.

THE BEDROOM
A complete step-by-step guide to all basic DJing skills, including a whole chapter on beatmatching. Plus CD and MP3 DJing, choosing equipment, setting up, and more.

THE DANCEFLOOR
Taking your skills onto a real dancefloor. Using your bedroom talents to make real people actually dance. How to cope with your first gig.

THE MASTERCLASS
Advanced techniques for experienced DJs. From the amazing moves of turntablism, to FX, EQing and harmonic mixing even how to use three decks.

THE INDUSTRY
Endless insider secrets. Solid no-bullshit advice on getting gigs and getting paid. Everything from how to start a pirate station to how to make and release a record.

THE EXTRAS
Packed with contacts and websites for finding out even more.

Edition details

• Publisher: Bantam Press
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0593058119
• ISBN 13: 9780593058114
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304