DJ Seminar

“How To Become A DJ”

(16 Weeks After School Program)

Motto: “Teaching Cultural Diversity By A Way Of Music”

This program not only teaches the student the basic skills to become a Professional DJ, but also helps each person become diverse in their knowledge and understanding of different cultures.

Instructed by: Mr. Randolph R. Potter Jr. / Revive Christian DJ’s / 410-725-6054

Book: How To DJ Right / Frank Broughton and Bill Brewster

Recommended for anyone with an interest in music.

(Ex.: Aspiring MC , Musician, Songwriter, Poet, Dancer, or Singer)

DID YOU KNOW? AFTER THE VOWS... •72% of all brides say they would have spent more time choosing their reception entertainment. •Almost 100% say they would have spent more of their budget on the entertainment. •During wedding planning, Brides say their highest priority is their attire, followed by the reception site and caterer - reception entertainment is among the least of their priorities. Within one week after their reception, 78% of Brides say they would have made the entertainment their highest priority! •When asked 81% of guests say the thing they remember most about a wedding is the entertainment. •65% of all couples that chose a band to entertain at their wedding, said, if they had it to do over again, they would have chosen a disc jockey.

*These statistics were published in St. Louis Bride & Groom Magazine in 2003. Sources include: Simmons, 2001; USA Today, 2002; National Bridal Service, 2001; The Knot, 2002; Brides Magazine, 2001

1. Know Your Worth!

Clients hire a DJ based on our talent,

experience, emcee ability, service, coordination, equipment

needed, music knowledge, mixing ability and personality.

So when they hire you they get a, DJ, MC, Soundtech, Event Coordinator, Mixing Engineer, Music Consultant and Host!

2. Punctuality Is Key. Real Time vs REAL TIME

A DJ's must arrive at least one hour prior to the starting time

of the event. You should be setup and

in-place before their first guest walks through the door.

3. Get your paperwork in order.

It is extremely important to have your booking confirmed in writing. Have a written agreement(DJ Contract), especially if you are locking a date for client. As a standard get a deposit before you do the gig.

4. Get INSURANCE!

You are in business now. Many responsible business owners carry liability insurance to protect their businesses and the consumer. So why not you? Equipment cost money and you want to protect your investment.

5. Practice your mixes!

Know your music library like your life depends on it.

Because at the end of the day, IT DOES!

When you know your music, life is so much easier

for you and the client. You will be prepared to flow in as you need to.

Randolph R. Potter, Jr., known to many as “DJ Randy P - The Positive One” is a 34 year veteran Disk Jockey, Christian Entertainer, Music Producer, and DJ Instructor. He is the owner and Chief Executive Officer of Revive Sound Productions, a multi-media Christian Entertainment Company he established in 1996. His office and recording studio is located in Salisbury, Maryland. His credentials consist of an Associate’s Degree in Electronics Technology, Certification in Electronics Technology and a Letter of Recognition in Advanced Electronic Technology, all from Chesapeake College in Wye Mills, Maryland. He has also taken courses in Computer Programming and Internet Technology at Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury, Maryland, and courses in Computer Music Technology at the National Radio Institute in Washington, D.C.

For decades, DJ Randy P has impacted many families, communities, schools, companies, non-profit organizations and churches across the East Coast with music and entertainment to make their event an unforgettable experience for both the young and the “young at heart”. With a wide variety of musical selections and exciting games, DJ Randy P has brought life, fun, and lasting memories to countless special occasions such as weddings, graduation parties, theme parties, sweet 16 parties, festivals, picnics, dinner parties, engagement parties, reunions and much, much more! He prides himself in providing the best customer service possible, spending hours gathering every form of music in Christian format so that he can cater to a diverse population of Christians. Whether it’s traditional gospel, Christian rock, contemporary Christian, Christian reggae, Christian hip-hop, Christian jazz, or praise party music, DJ Randy P has something for everyone to enjoy without the compromise of secular music at their Christian event.

Age group: 6th-8th, 9th-12th Grade

Day 1 – Introduction to “How to Rock a Party like a Professional DJ!” DJ history and culture

Day 2 – Music Programming / Playlist / Introduction to DJ tools (CD Players, Mixer, Speakers, Microphone)

Day 3- Introduction to Music Production Tools (Recording Software & Beat Making Software)

Day 4 - Learn Musical Games

Day 5- “Party Time!” This is where the kids can actually DJ at the camp’s party of the week.

What will I need? We have everything you need! If you have your headphones, ipad or iphone, we encourage you to bring it, but if not, just bring yourself and your passion for music.