Advanced DJing: House

Advanced DJing: House is a focused exploration of DJing house music at a professional level. Students learn how to prep and structure house sets with purpose, use loops and FX with intention, and deliver transitions that are musically appropriate and emotionally compelling. The final class covers DJ business essentials including set placement, gig behavior, branding, and professional expectations—equipping students with both the technique and mindset to play house sets in real-world settings from warmup to peak hours.

Topics & Goals

• Track Structure & Prep
  Students analyze house track forms and prepare cue points in Rekordbox.
• Cue Mastery
  Students set and use hot cues to guide transitions.
• Loop-Based Transitions
  Students practice extending or compressing transitions using loops.
• Rekordbox Tools
  Students use beatgrids, quantize, and saved loops for precise mixing.
• FX & Creative Layering
  Students apply filters, delays, reverbs, and isolators to shape transitions.
• Set Construction
  Students plan a full set arc from opener to closer.
• DJ Roles
  Students understand house-specific roles and responsibilities in a lineup.
• Career Essentials
  Students learn professionalism, gig etiquette, and branding strategies.

What's included

• 12 hours of in-person instruction at our NYC Facility
• Practice time on the day of your class
• 4 Day passes to be used on non-class days
• Free course assets and learning tools (for applicable courses)
• Access to In-Circle events while enrolled
• Access to the Sound Collective Talent pool while enrolled
• Certificate of completion

Instructors

Instructor

Sound Collective

NYC Facility

Sound Collective features a full suite of professional spaces, including a dedicated recording studio, modern production labs, a PA-equipped performance space, and a fully outfitted DJ studio. Every room is stocked with industry-standard gear, modern hardware & software, and flexible setups for classes, practice, and collaboration.

Located at 28 Broadway, New York, NY 10004