Advanced DJing: Open Format

This Advanced DJing: Open Format course is designed for DJs who have already mastered foundational and intermediate skills and are ready to refine their craft as versatile, open format performers. Students will learn how to build dynamic, multi-genre sets, execute seamless and creative transitions, and develop a strong performance presence. The course emphasizes identity within versatility — maintaining a personal style while adapting to any environment. By the end of the course, students will have a polished, performance-ready open format set.

Topics & Goals

• Defining Your Sound
  Learn to balance versatility with personal identity through crate organization and intentional set design.
• Hip-Hop Techniques
  Develop precision with cuts, wordplay, phrasing, and short routines that highlight performance personality.
• Genre Flipping
  Practice creative transitions across styles and tempos while maintaining energy and flow.
• Creative Transitions
  Use tools such as acapellas, loops, and harmonic pivots to execute bold but intentional flips.
• Set Completion & Performance
  Refine narrative flow, prepare for live performance challenges, and deliver a polished open format set.
• Stage Presence & Audience Connection
  Build confidence with body language, mic use, and crowd adaptation skills.

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