What is a good way to learn how to dj?
546667
I learned by hanging out with people who currently DJ and watching them. If you don't have those sort of people around (might be harder to find people who know how when you're 13), you can always use the internet. Look for forums, communities and websites that are similar to what you want to do. Look for information on technique and look for some old, used, or cheap gear. Get into it. \n\nYou could also download some programs to help you get a feel for crafting the music. If you can learn how to use some of the programs, virtual drum machines and miscellaneous stuff out there, you'll get it down and keep learning.
958534
Having DJ'd myself I think I can answer this.\nIf the DJ is a real DJ then you just need to give him a list of the type of stuff you want played. If he is not a DJ and simply a person with a CD player and big speakers... then you need to provide a CD of music that you want played. Dance re-mixes are songs that have been given more of a back-beat in the studio and released on CD. However, I think your teacher actually meant to say that they want you to provide a CD with such songs already mixed together (non-stop). You can buy a ready-mixed non-stop Dance Party compilation CD in the shops for about 10 bucks OR download one for free - but the latter will have a DJ shouting over some tracks on it.
519843
Of course there is free DJ software available on the internet!\n\nhttp://www.mp3machine.com/win/MIXING_DJ/\nhttp://mp3-player.audio4fun.com/dj-music.htm\nhttp://www.pcdj.com/\nhttp://www.sofotex.com/KraMixer-DJ-Software-download_L7317.html\nhttp://www.virtualdj.com/\nhttp://www.mixvibes.com/new/pageeng/page.php?x=home\nhttp://www.kramware.com/\nhttp://www.download.com/sort/3120-20_4-0-1-4.html?qt=dj&ca=20\nhttp://www.fxsound.com/remix/index.php?vendor=0&subvendor=0&plus=0\nhttp://www.allformp3.com/sound_editor/mam.htm\nhttp://www.download.com/Virtual-DJ/3000-2170_4-10511899.html?tag=lst-4-1\nhttp://www.download.com/AtomixMP3/3000-2139_4-10254001.html?tag=lst-4-2\nhttp://www.download.com/Acoustica-MP3-Audio-Mixer/3000-2170_4-10188373.html?tag=lst-4-3\nhttp://www.download.com/Traktor-DJ-Studio/3000-2170_4-10474307.html?tag=lst-4-5
48523
Try Frooty loops (FL Studio 6), it's a cool software and this will be very useful for you. I made many beats and music with this.
970845
what kind of help are you looking for..?\n\nEDIT: ok..you know what kind of music you want to do..that's a start...now go to where that kind of music is performed..hit the clubs..look up message boards..go to stores that cater to the dj and talk to people...make your own beats and record the songs for now so that you have something to show someone other than a scrap of paper with some words on it.....you are going to have to put some work into this...keep at it and you'll get it.....
392906
go to www.ehow.com thats a good site it teach you how to do so many different things
320815
fromthe dj;\nmark farina mushroom jazz 1-5\nall the BARGROOVES compilations\nall the AFTERDARK compilations\nall the FABRIC compilations\nanything on OM\nanything on ULTRA\n\ngo to the cd/record store to the dance section and look for these.\n\n\ndont look for WOW that stuff is really cheesy. Im trying to get you into the good stuff!
245525
Get a recording program like Pro tools or Acid Pro and record and produce it yourself. Of course this sounds easy but it takes effort. 1st you'll have to learn to use the recording program and how to manipulate sound files. 2nd you'll need samples which, fortunately, are available free all over the web if you dig a bit. Third you'll need to learn how record on a computer using the sound card. And 4th you'll have to learn how to mix the track into a viable song. Millions of artists are now doing this at home or in small self made studios. Once you get the hang of it it's completely possible to make a big time studio quality track for peanuts compared to the cost of using " traditional " methods.
1158074
Call radio stations and ask the DJs. Hum the song to them...they know alot of songs.
955230
Sorry! I don't know about some DJ mixing software that is free, but you could search it in limewire...Who knows, what you could get...\n\nIf you know what I mean, then go give it a try in limewire. If not then try searching for DSSDJ in google or limewire ;-)!\n\nCheers!
643326
I think any book that write about DJing should include a discussion of the hard work involved in becoming one. Are we talking about a DJ "artist".. somebody who spins/remixes electronica or hip-hop. Or are we talking about a career DJ, somebody who sells their services to weddings, etc..? While the dance/hip-hop DJ thing can be fun and glamorous, unless you're really good, it doesn't pay the bills.\n\nI was a career DJ for a while and I can tell you that it's not only expensive and hard work, but you don't really get much respect. It pays the bills, but the people you deal with can be difficult. Especially for someone just starting out, most people are looking for a ton of service and want to pay you nothing for it. Additionally, expect to have a huge catalog of songs available to people. This collection will need to be stuff that the general public would want to hear, so expect to store tons of cheesy pop and r&b, since the general public tends to have horrible taste in music.\n\nThis may not be the answer you want, but it is realistic.
885103
Just learn how to play by yourself.  Programs suck for learning.  Just learn a bunch of songs by your favorite bands.  TAB sites are good for that.  Hendrix, Dylan, Page, Cobain, and Frusciante all did that and they are G R E A T
972263
http://www.beatport.com\nhttp://www.hardnrg.com\nhttp://di.fm/content/asot/\nhttp://www.djdoboy.com/mixes/index.html
838002
It really depends on what type you get and what you need them for.  \n\nIf you just want to play records you can probably use a belt drive turntable.  The belt drive type are much cheaper than the direct drive type.\n\nIf you are going to do any heavy mixing while DJ'ing you will want to get the direct drive type.  Techniques has been the standard for DJs for many years.  \n\nThere are people that have lots of money and want to buy really expensive turntables.  Those can costs many thousands of dollars.
420414
MASH-UP\n\nUSE ABLETON
355418
Continue with your education, and seek a local part-time DJ position while in school. With the degree, you may go a lot farther in the future...even in radio a degree can take you places. Just follow your gut. Good luck!
288988
Try anything by DJ GREGORY. Great sexy French house music!! Get the Defected CD called DJ Gregory In The House. It's 3 CD's of funky, sexy house music. To the guy that's so against house music - get a life you don't have to be so closed minded!!\n\nhttp://www.beatzblog.com