12-week DJ program for kids aged 10yrs – 18yrs.
Week 1-2: Introduction to DJing
- Overview of DJ equipment (turntables, mixer, headphones)
- Introduction to basic DJ terminology
- Understanding BPM (Beats Per Minute) and how to count beats
- Basic mixing techniques and transitions
Week 3-4: Music Selection
- Understanding different music genres
- Building a music library
- Basics of phrasing and song structure
- Creating a playlist for a set
Week 5-6: Beatmatching and Mixing
- Introduction to beatmatching
- Hands-on practice with beatmatching
- Mixing tracks smoothly
- Understanding EQ and volume control
Week 7-8: Effects and Performance
- Introduction to DJ effects (e.g., echo, filter)
- Using effects to enhance transitions
- Planning and organizing a DJ set
- Basics of reading the crowd and adjusting the set accordingly
Week 9-10: Advanced Mixing Techniques
- Advanced beatmatching exercises
- Mixing in key
- Creating mashups and remixes
- Harmonic mixing
Week 11-12: Performance Preparation and Showcase
- Practice DJ sets for performance
- Getting comfortable performing in front of an audience
- Feedback and peer evaluation
- Final DJ showcase for friends and family
Throughout the program, it’s important to encourage creativity, experimentation, and practice. Provide each student with individual attention and feedback to help them improve their skills. Additionally, consider inviting guest DJs or organizing field trips to DJ events to expose the students to the professional DJ world.
