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Music productionDJ Skills 101
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
St. Johns Library · 5:30–7:30 PM · Free · All levels
Get on the decks and learn how it actually works. This hands-on session covers the core skills of DJing on real gear, so you leave having mixed your first set. No equipment or experience required — our instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and happy to help you find your footing behind the decks.
What you'll focus on
- Beatmatching and smooth transitions between tracks
- Reading a crowd and building energy across a set
- Hands-on time on real DJ gear
St. Johns Library · 7510 N Charleston Ave, Portland, OR 97203