Hands-On DJ Classes & Private Lessons in NYC

Be Legendary, With Rock and Soul.

Whether you're just starting out, or you're an accomplished DJ looking to take your skills to the next level, Rock and Soul's NYC DJ school is the place to make it happen. We offer one-on-one private lessons, with curriculums tailor-made to every skill level and aspiration.

IN-STORE OR VIRTUAL TRAINING, YOUR CHOICE.

WHY CHOOSE ROCK AND SOUL?

The best value anywhere - In addition to being affordably priced, Rock and Soul students get a 15% student discount on all DJ equipment, sound equipment and gear for the duration of your classes! If you're planning on buying equipment this can add up to significant savings and help offset the cost of our already affordable lessons.

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WHAT'S COVERED IN THE CLASS?

We make sure you come away learning a lot. Here are some key lessons that our instructors cover (with a deeper focus on advanced techniques for intermediate and advanced classes):

Introduction to mixing
Sorting music (CDs, vinyl, MP3)
Bar counting
Club mixing basics
Working with DJ software
Using the mixer's features (faders, EQ, FX)
Using CDJ/turntable features (jog, cues, effects)
Mixing techniques
Scratching
Business tips / Getting gigs
And more!

We offer beginners classes up to advanced classes, as well as specialized programs like advanced scratching, Ableton Live, DJ classes for kids, and more. Our instructors are highly experienced DJs and more importantly, they love to teach.

We have one on one private classes that you can take in-person or virtually online.

We follow social distancing protocol and proper sanitization is done after every class. If you want to take online classes and do not have equipment at home, we offer discounts to all students who sign up for a class.

Please note, class bundles need to be used within 6 months

What students are saying...

"If you're looking for teachers that truly care about each students progress, come to this class."
- Johnny W.

"Great! I have been DJing for 20 years and I still learned more. There were five of us in the class and we all got individual attention."
- Franklyn P.

"Great class. Friendly, hands on, detail oriented."
- Kenny S.

"Knowledgeable, EXPERT instructors in a professional setting!!! Instructors were really friendly and helped me improve my DJ skills."
- Davy J

"Great experience. I learned a lot and enjoyed myself a lot. Chen was awesome. Really good guy who clearly wanted us to get good."
- Alex A.

"Awesome. The lessons were great. The practicals were very helpful. Hands on instructions were real."
- DJ E Love

"The best experience I had. I learned a lot of new things..."
- Usiel Reyes