Breakthrough. London College of Music Examinations and FutureDJs have partnered up to bring you the world's first ever officially accredited DJ syllabus. This Breakthrough handbook (equivalent to grade 3) contains all of the material that is needed to take an LCME DJ Breakthrough exam, including: developing knowledge of the equipment features and functions: becoming a more creative mixer and mastering techniques like transitioning, spinbacks and filters. Supporting material is available for free download from the LCME website.

The Art of the DJ - DVD-Learn to scratch - even if you're starting from scratch!Learn everything you need to craft your own phat beats and hard-core grooves on the turntable. This DVD is based on the best-selling method for playing theturntable as a musical instrument. Watch as Emmy-winning composer record producer and Berklee College of Music professor Stephen Webber walks you through: Equipment Setups Mixing techniques Cueing BeatMatching Basic Scratching Dragging Crabs and Flares

FutureDJs: How to DJ is the ideal resource for anyone interested in the alchemy of mixing records. Perfect for the aspiring student with no prior knowledge as well as DJs looking to extend their skills and explore new genres. This complete guide covers all the technical foundations for DJ-ing in any genre or style from fundamental skills such as beat-matching right through to using effects scratching and beat-juggling. Featuring clear step-by step instructions stunning diagrams at-a-glance guides to genres and packed with comments from professional DJs this book will inspire and guide you through the creative and thrilling techniques required to become a FutureDJ. Every skill can be practised over and over in a range of genres from House Techno and Trance to Grime Trap Hip-hop and Drum and Bass. 'At last a comprehensive and authentic book on the art of DJ-ing. The FutureDJs team have delivered a must-have book for anyone aspiring to become a DJ or enhance their existing skills.' Mark Brown (Cr2 Records) 'This brilliant handbook will help you to develop your skills musical understanding and sense of what makes DJ-ing unique exciting and important as a modern musical skill. Dig in and enjoy. Dr Pete Dale