DJing Classes Chicago - The Art & History of DJing

The Art & History of DJing

with Dj Rock City

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ABOUT THIS EVENT

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Education

Event Overview

We're bringing the *errep*
We're bringing the *wicka wicka*
We're bringing the party to this Dabble class taught by Chicago's hottest DJ, DJ Rock City!

Learn the history and nuances of the art of DJing, and then get some hands-on practice scratching the vinyl for yourselves.

We'll start with a lesson on the origins of DJing and discuss its current standing in the music marketplace, as well as forecast where it's headed in the future. Then we'll talk about setting up your space, with a run-down on equipment needed and the proper placement to make sure you can spin the party into the wee hours of the morning.

Then we'll follow with a few tutorials on beat matching, song selection and the ever important process of melding those practices together seamlessly.

Each student will have the chance to mix their own beat and you'll walk away feeling inspired to ditch the sad iPod hookup at your next shindig and set up a beat studio all your own.

Minimum age

All ages welcome

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Dj Rock City

DJ Rock City is synonymous with nightlife and events in Chicago. His versatile range, unmistakable talent, and keen ability to read the crowd of any size or style make him the most sought after deejay in the city. On any given night he can be found at one of the hottest clubs or high profile social events in town. DJ Rock City has performed for Hollywood’s finest including David Beckham, Zac Efron, Eminem, Drake and Dwayne Wade, among many others. His 2012 highlights include playing at the 2012 London Summer Olympics and this year's Ryder Cup.

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EXPERIENCE REVIEWS

Christine S.
Reviewed on 01/17/13

I learned a lot, and it was a fun class! We got to learn as well as have some hands-on practice.

I learned a lot, and it was a fun class! We got to learn as well as have some hands-on practice.
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Reviewed on 02/14/13

I agree with everything mentioned by Annan. I think the reason I was so disappointed was because I had actually been really looking forward to this. I understand that Dj Rock is a reputable talented DJ whom enjoys his spring breaks in Cancun, but as someone who has taught before, you could totally tell the entire lesson was a play it-by-ear as oppose to a structurally organized lesson which introduces fundamentals. Totally learned more about the history of music production in a youtube doc on the amen break, which was free mind you.
Also I get music production is a male dominated sector, but spare the offhanded misogyny, really did not enjoy feelin like I was intrudin on some bro-love session.

I agree with everything mentioned by Annan. I think the reason I was so disappointed was because I had actually been really looking forward to this. I understand that Dj Rock is a reputable talented DJ whom enjoys his spring breaks in Cancun, but as someone who has taught before, you could totally tell the entire lesson was a play it-by-ear as oppose to a structurally organized lesson which introduces fundamentals. Totally learned more about the history of music production in a youtube doc on the amen break, which was free mind you.
Also I get music production is a male dominated sector, but spare the offhanded misogyny, really did not enjoy feelin like I was intrudin on some bro-love session.
Annan S.
Reviewed on 02/14/13

I am extremely disappointed (and quite angry) with this class. Everything about it was horrible. First, there was absolutely no structure to the class. It was all over the place and a bit impossible for a person who has no DJing experience to follow. Second, this was supposed to be a Beginner's class and I don't think anything in the description of the class was actually covered except for some of the technology one needs to use in order to DJ, which was described more by DJ Rock City's "assistant," or whoever he was, than by the DJ himself. Third, I was really looking forward to "a few tutorials on beat matching, song selection and the ever important process of melding those practices together seamlessly," as this is essential to learn for the whole practice of DJing, but we learned not a single bit of it. None at all. I left this class with nothing but the knowledge of how much certain parts of the DJ set-up cost and what the interface of the Serato software looks like (only a very slight bit about how it functions). Basically, I could have learned more about DJing from spending a half hour on Google or Youtube, saving my time and money or just spending ten minutes with a DJ friend.

Lastly, I really felt as though I was not taken seriously or that I was not as interested because I am a female. DJ Rock City's back was turned to me and another woman a majority of the time, making it difficult for us to hear or understand anything because he still had the music on while he was talking, which was directly to the men in the class. There were too many comments about women eyeing the DJ or trying to impress a girl or dancing up on a girl, etc. There were girls in the class and we did not appreciate this. Thank you for letting us know that women are not welcome in the DJ scene, or at least making it uncomfortable for a female to be present in the scene. There was absolutely no reason for the class to cost $50! It is completely outrageous and I want my money back.

I am extremely disappointed (and quite angry) with this class. Everything about it was horrible. First, there was absolutely no structure to the class. It was all over the place and a bit impossible for a person who has no DJing experience to follow. Second, this was supposed to be a Beginner's class and I don't think anything in the description of the class was actually covered except for some of the technology one needs to use in order to DJ, which was described more by DJ Rock City's "assistant," or whoever he was, than by the DJ himself. Third, I was really looking forward to "a few tutorials on beat matching, song selection and the ever important process of melding those practices together seamlessly," as this is essential to learn for the whole practice of DJing, but we learned not a single bit of it. None at all. I left this class with nothing but the knowledge of how much certain parts of the DJ set-up cost and what the interface of the Serato software looks like (only a very slight bit about how it functions). Basically, I could have learned more about DJing from spending a half hour on Google or Youtube, saving my time and money or just spending ten minutes with a DJ friend.

Lastly, I really felt as though I was not taken seriously or that I was not as interested because I am a female. DJ Rock City's back was turned to me and another woman a majority of the time, making it difficult for us to hear or understand anything because he still had the music on while he was talking, which was directly to the men in the class. There were too many comments about women eyeing the DJ or trying to impress a girl or dancing up on a girl, etc. There were girls in the class and we did not appreciate this. Thank you for letting us know that women are not welcome in the DJ scene, or at least making it uncomfortable for a female to be present in the scene. There was absolutely no reason for the class to cost $50! It is completely outrageous and I want my money back.

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