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Remixing Dance Music: Digital Production Basics

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Overview

Song remixes can be a great way to crack into the music industry and build your name as a producer. In this 60-minute class with globe trotting DJ King Arthur (Hexagon/Spinnin Records), you'll follow along as he builds a remix from scratch – a skill that has been instrumental in getting him to where he is today. You'll learn:

  • How to define the purpose of your remix - where will it be played?
  • Creating a groove for your new version of the song with baselines and leads
  • Utilizing percussion to set the tempo
  • Adding in transitions to polish a track
  • Including intros and outros so DJs can easily feature your track in a mix
  • Tips on sharing and spreading the track

Whether you're a seasoned producer or an aspiring up and comer, this class will give you the ins and outs for what you should consider when creating a dance remix meant to get spins. After going through the lessons, you'll share a remix of your own.

It is recommended that you have a basic understanding of digital music production (any digital audio workstation will suffice) to fully utilize the lessons King Arthur shares in this class. 

Syllabus

  • Introduction: The Role of Remixes
  • Pre-Production: Determine the Vibe
  • Benefits of Using Stems
  • Building the Groove
  • Percussion and Lead Melody
  • Sequencing the Track
  • Adding Transitions
  • Intro and Outro for DJs
  • Legal & Sharing

Taught by

King Arthur DJ

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