Development of beginning level live-performance disc jockey techniques. Emphasis on understanding the construction of industry-formatted dance songs, cueing, segueing/mixing methods, the relationship of beats per minute to segueing, and programming songs to entertain a live audience. Covers the history of the live performance DJ and strategies for soliciting employment in the field. Prerequisites: None.

Tentative guest speaker list for MUC 135 this Spring 2010 includes:  DJ Soulman, Nick Gagliano, Jr Djr Phillips, Dee Jay Akshen, DJ Emile, and DJ Ramsey.

Class# 50042, Room MB-136, Dates 1-26-10 to 5-11-10, Times 6:00 PM to 7:55 PM,
Days:  Tuesday
Instructor:  DJ Rob Wegner
Cost:  $142.00

2)  MUC 136 Turntablism:  The Art of the Scratch DJ (MUC136) 2 Credits

Covers the skills required in vinyl manipulation; examines the development of turntable techniques and the contributions made by individual turntable artists. Prerequisites: None. Note: MUC136 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credits.

Class# 56734, Room MB-115, Dates 1-25-10 to 5-14-10, Times 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM,
Days:  Monday
Instructor:  DJ Ramsey Higgins
Cost:  $142.00

3)  MUC 137 Digital DJ Performance Techniques (MUC137) 2 Credits

Covers the skills required for live performance; examines and provides experience in the development of turntable and digital media techniques. Prerequisites: None. Note: MUC137 may be repeated for a total of six (6) credits.

Class# 56733, Room MB-136, Dates 1-28-10 to 5-14-10, Times 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM,
Days:  Thursday
Instructor:  DJ Emile Ananian
Cost:  $142.00