How to Be a DJ [Paperback]

Charles A Graudins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 20, 2004

You've seen them at weddings and in clubs. You've heard them on the radio. DJs who get paid for talking, playing music, and having fun. Now you can, too. "How to Be a DJ" shows you how. You'll learn all about the three different types of Disc Jockey jobs-radio, nightclub and bar, and mobile. "How to Be a DJ" gives you everything you'll need to be successful in all three fields by showing you how to get started and how to get ahead. Learn the major advantages and disadvantages of each field. Covers group dynamics, contests and promotions, music, equipment, terminology, trade secrets, and so much more. Get ready to fulfill your DJ dreams!

Editorial Reviews

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"Want to be the center of attention? For everything you need to know, get HOW TO BE A DJ!" -- YM Magazine, March 2001 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Here's another very informative but fun book by Chuck Fresh, author of "All About Chicks." Fresh details his years of DJ experience to help new DJs learn about this crazy line of work. We've received many great compliments on this book! It's a total of 102 pages at 8.5 x 11", which would easily be over 200 pages if it were the traditional trade paperback size of 5 x 7". There is tons of great information in this book. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology PTR; 1 edition (September 20, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592005098
• ISBN-13: 978-1592005093
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #647,041 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thorough, up-to-date, and fun., April 14, 2001

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bbooti (Princeton) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How To Be A DJ: Your Guide to Becoming a Radio, Nightclub or Private Party Disc Jockey (Paperback)

I remember hearing Chuck Fresh playing at some of the bigger clubs in the Philly area a few years ago. I used to ask him questions about what it was like to be a DJ, and he was pretty darn forthcoming with his answers. And his book pulls no punches either. I've bought and read five "how to DJ" books now, and I can honestly say that this is the most informative and up-to-date publication of them all. DJ Fresh teaches about the real DJ business, not just the Hollywood version everyone sees on TV. He's a pretty sneaky dude, and he's shared many of his sneaky tips in this book. Definitely recommend to anyone looking to break in to this business.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars For experienced DJs....not for beginners, October 5, 2002

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This review is from: How To Be A DJ: Your Guide to Becoming a Radio, Nightclub or Private Party DJ (Paperback)

I just started to DJ about 3 weeks ago and I was looking for a book with techniques and guides. Although this book covers the overall issues of being a disc jockey, it doesn't satisfy my needs of information. I'd recommend it for DJs that already know what they're doing and are looking for further ways to make money or to improve even further. This is not for a true beginner!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a really great book!, March 11, 2000

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Corey M (Greenville, NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How To Be A DJ: Your Guide to Becoming a Radio, Nightclub or Private Party Disc Jockey (Paperback)

I have read all the how to be a DJ books out there, but this one was the best of them. The other books cover the really basic things, but this one gets into the behind the scenes stuff that is very interesting. Chuck Fresh has a very colorful way of expressing himself which made this book fun! I have two years DJ experience and I still learned things about marketing and motivating people. This book is definitely worth it.