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Rane Presents: The 2016 DMC World DJ Championships

Rane Presents: The 2016 DMC World DJ Championships

Experience the most epic DJ competition at the DMC World DJ Championship Finals and witness the crowning of the world’s greatest DJ on September 24th at London’s 02 Forum in Kentish Town from 2pm – 11pm.

On Saturday, September 24th the iconic DMC World DJ Championship Finals returns to London at the historic 02 Forum in Kentish Town where the most established DJs across the globe take their skills to the stage in one of the most fierce and prestigious DJ Battles in the world. From DMC battles, legends are made!

Running annually since 1985, the championship is sponsored by American pro audio equipment manufacturer Rane and has firmly rooted itself in DJ history as one of the most internationally recognized events in DJ culture. In addition to live performances, this year’s event offers and a running set of four workshops to all attendees from lyricism/DJ lessons to breakdancing and beatboxing introduction tips taught by industry professionals. Each workshop is set to focus on a particular aspect of hip-hop culture and supports a more interactive environment, allowing guests to hone their own skills to further appreciate the ever-evolving art form while experiencing the professionals at work.

“The DMC World DJ Finals are always a great way to help find future tastemakers as many of the people competing here today have the talent to be world-class DJs. It’s such an important event for the culture; there have many competitors who have gone on to achieve great things like A-TRAK who won at 15 years old and then went on to DJ for Kanye West. If you’re good enough, anything is possible.” – DJ Semtex (BBC Radio 1Xtrag)

Rane Presents:

The 2016 DMC World DJ Championships

Saturday, September 24th

Location:

O2 Forum Kentish Town
9-17 Highgate Rd, NW5 1JY London

All ages, Under 16s with adult
Doors: 2pm-11pm.

Turntablism Extensive Program

Turntablism allows students to interact with music on a deeper level and completely reshape songs live rather than simply playing them. The skills you learn in this program will fortify your DJ arsenal.

About This Program

Turntablism is the art of manipulating turntables like an instrument. Starting with the fundamentals of “Scratching” and “Beat Juggling,” the program will focus on proper technique, optimal practice habits, creative exploration, group work, applications, and eventually full-blown turntablist sets.

What’s Included

  • Turntablism Level 1: Spice Foundations Part 1
  • Turntablism Level 2: Spice Foundations Part 2
  • Turntablism Level 3: Boot Camp
  • Turntablism Level 4: Mild | Improvisation & Teamwork
  • Turntablism Level 5: Medium | The Next Level
  • Turntablism Level 6: Hot | Building Routines

Additional Information

Visit the Turntablism course page for detailed information on this program.

If you have questions, please call 877.DUBSPOT or send us a message.

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