Spin Doctor: Disc Jockey

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Posted by: Raunika Sood Posted on: Wed 08 Jun 2011

S/he has to have undying passion for music and the creative zeal to be on the lookout for innovative sounds along
with the joy of performing. A DJ’s entertainment value depends a lot on his/her ability to spot the right beats.
A DJ can interact throughout the night with not only mixes but also through the mic, scratches, samples etc

What's it about

Disc jockeying is a performing art that overlaps with music production. It involves remixing, music composition, arrangement and production. A professional DJ entertains revellers at clubs and also does private shows for media houses and event management agencies. S/he has to have undying passion

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Pay Off

The average take-home for a disc jockey at the initial level is R10,000 to R20,000 a month. The hike in the package (as per the market conditions and label/club/music composer involved) depends on his ...

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Clock Work

11am: Wake up 11.30am: Sit with playlist for the night 1.30pm: Lunch 4pm: Reach nightclub or lounge bar 5pm: Start playing for the early crowd 8.30pm: Evening warms up 12am: ...

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Skills

.  An ear for good music, passion for music
.  Must be well versed with the basics of sound/recording
.  Should be creative with sound and rhythm
.  Someone with a n ...

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Pros & Cons

.  Party while earning money
.  Get to hobnob with the high society clan  
.  Innovative work
.  Involves extensive travel
.  Have to work the graveya ...

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How do i get there

What you study in high school does not matter as long as you have a keen interest in music. While you can enrol for a basic (beginner) DJ course right after Class 10, professionals suggest taking it h ...

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Colleges & URL's

. Spin Gurus DJ & Remixing Academy
 www.spingurus.com
. Jazzy’s DJ Workshop
 www.jazzyworkshop.com

 
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