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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Always good to get positive feedback. For more info: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation #musicedv1 #djing

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We delivered this project to all KS3 classes; We have used the DJ equipment to develop fundamental musical skills in an age-appropriate way. The students have loved using the decks and have made huge strides forward in their musicality because of this resource.
Phil Hardisty - Music Teacher, Westfield Arts College

Scan the QR code or use the URL below for more info on the resources Phil used: https://www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-community/cpd-and-training

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The UK Association for Music Education: Music Mark @musicmarkuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

We're looking forward to this session at our #MMConference25! 🙌 @djschooluk.bsky.social gives us a sneak peek into just one of the ways that DJing can be used to engage pupils with the fundamentals of music - in this case pulse & tempo! 🎶 🔗Find out more: conference.musicmark.org.uk/schedule/202...

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Great to see AEG setting up a new festival in Leeds: aegeurope.com/aeg-presents... They will offer students the chance to get involved in the live music industry and provide vital skills and insight into the creative industries. Which is especially good to see. #musiceducation #industrycoalition

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AEG Presents Unveil New Roundhay Festival in Leeds - AEG Europe

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Thank you to @DJAngelo. In our opinion his tutorial videos are the clearest and best for budding scratch DJs. Remember you CAN try this at home! www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... For teacher training in DJ Skills: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #MusicEducation #DJing #turntablism #musicedv1

The image simply says "thank you to DJ Angelo - a great turntablist and in our opinion the clearest and best turntablism tutor on youtube.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Thank you to DigitalDJTips. One of the longest running online education resources. They publish annual equipment reviews and plenty of free guides on how to DJ: www.digitaldjtips.com #musiceducation #djing #musicedv1 For teacher training in DJ Skills: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-...

The image says Thank you to @DigitalDJTips One of the longest running online education resources. They publish an annual equipment review and plenty of free guides on how to DJ.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

This is a huge thank you to Numark - we’ve used their Mixtrack units for over 12 years! For teacher training in DJ skills: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation #DJing #engagingtoeducate #musicedv1

The picture shows a Numark Mixtrack in use at DJ School UK. The text on the picture says: Thank you to @Numark - we’ve used their Mixtrack units for over 12 years and found they have the perfect balance of features, response, durability and price for education.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Are they incorporating DJ activities? It's a great way to engage those students who love music but don't find traditional instruments engaging, meaning it increases inclusion. Often kids who try DJing in class end up on traditional instruments anyway because they learn to love #musiceducation.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

This is a huge "Thank You" to www.phasedj.com whose wireless system enables scratching with real vinyl turntables without worrying about the needle jumping or skipping. For teacher training in DJ skills - www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation #DJing #engagingtoeducate #musicedv1

This is a huge "Thank You" to @phasedj whose wireless system enables scratching with real vinyl turntables without worrying about the needle jumping or skipping.
Because it is so hard-wearing we can now let anyone enjoy scratching on vinyl without worrying that the needle or vinyl will get damaged.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Loved being back at the front line this weekend at @deershed festival. We just let people have a go at scratching using the @phase and @serato DVS system. It was exhausting and amaaazing!!! Thank you to our team, the deershed team and all the families who made it so much fun! #musiceducation

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The festival is a family friendly music and arts festival.
DJ School UK used Phase DJ and Serato DJ pro so that anyone could try scratching on vinyl records, but without needing to be careful of the needle jumping. This worked because the Phase DJ system is wireless and needle-less. Truly making the activity accessible to all.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Week 3 of our series of posts celebrating organisations in the DJ community who do amazing work for education For teacher training in DJ Skills see: lnkd.in/edws5xYQ #musiceducation #musictech #DJing #engagingtoeducate

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Continuing our series celebrating organisations who support DJing in education... For teacher training in Serato Software see: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation #musictech #DJing #engagingtoeducate

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

For personal training in DJ Skills see Crossfader: wearecrossfader.co.uk/online-dj-co... For teacher training in DJ Skills see: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation #musictech #DJing #engagingtoeducate #musicedv1

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Here's a video to explain what DJing is and why it works so well in music education. Spoiler: It engages all pupils who love music because they can choose any music that they consider culturally relevant. For more info: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation #djeducation

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What is DJing and why does it work in education?

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

This Lad! He started with us at the age of 8 and now he is full grown and off travelling to work as a resident DJ in Greece. So happy he's got where he wants to be. #musiceducation #musictech #DJeducation

The image contains text which says: Great feedback from the mum of an ex-student here . We started with H when he was 8! It’s always good to hear how well things are going:

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“H leaves for Greece next Wednesday, he's got a residency in *****. I just wanted to thank you for teaching him his craft, his passion and creativity came from you guys giving him a safe space and respect. In a world full of challenges & educational mess for H* you encouraged him to believe in himself and that him being neurodivergent was not going to stop him. He's living out his dream now.”

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

In this 3rd episode of the CUMIN podcast Raphael Travis speaks to Kiz Manley (HipHopHEALS) and Chris Jeter (school counselor, emcee, and advocate for creative expression and mindfulness). #musiceducation #hiphoptherapy #musictech #youthwork open.spotify.com/episode/7hrD...

For the 3rd episode of the CUMIN podcast, Raphael Travis speaks to Kiz Manley (HipHopHEALS) and Chris Jeter (school counselor, emcee, and advocate for creative expression and mindfulness) on rethinking the possibilities and potentials for contemporary popular music as a source for healing and wellness.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

In this second podcast in a series Professor Pam Burnard (Cambridge University) talks to Sonia Ilie (Cambridge University) and Simon Glenister (Noise Solution) about the measurement of impact in relation to the use of contemporary popular music for inclusion. #musiceducation #musicedv1 #musictech

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CUMIN podcast #2

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

In this first podcast of the series Dr Pete Dale talks to Jim Reiss (DJ School UK) and Adam Bell (Leeds-based music teacher) about the benefits and challenges of using DJ Decks in educational settings. open.spotify.com/episode/6Vmp...

CUMIN is the Contemporary Urban Music for Inclusion Network, set up in 2022 with funding from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC). This series of podcasts explore themes at the heart of CUMIN, including the evaluation and measurement of impact that can arise when contemporary popular music is taken more seriously, and the potential for DJ education to become more common in schools.

In this first podcast of a series Dr Pete Dale talks to Jim Reiss (DJ School UK) and Adam Bell (Leeds-based music teacher) about the benefits and challenges of using DJ Decks in educational settings.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

For all those in #musicedv1, #musiceducation and #musictech types here's a simple explanation of what DJing is and why it works in education. No music/no copyright, no frills/no fancy video magic. Just good information: youtu.be/N-05LUH-0uA

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What is DJing and why does it work in education?

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

To engage and educate pupils who love music but not the traditional instruments, try applying DJ activities in music classes. For training and CPD see: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation

The picture includes the text: “Young people see DJing as something they want to do, but maybe also as something they won’t be able to do, then as something they can do. This is therapeutic because it creates a different sense of self – I am doing this, I’m in control, It’s me!” From Dr Raphael Travis, Texas State University.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

When we say "DJing is culturally relevant" we don't just mean it is contemporary. We mean anyone can find music they feel represents their culture and play it, instantly. This is why using DJing in music education is so engaging." #musiceducation www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-...

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Offers still available for music hubs hoping to upskill school workforces: www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-... #musiceducation

Jim from DJ School UK delivers teacher training to a group of teachers in the UK.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

This was a very interesting event last night. Great proof that the turntables are complementary to traditional instruments and a huge shout out for #musiceducation www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk/whatson-even...

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

For West Yorkshire music sector and #musiceducation people check out this new event series: Music Sector Open Forums! 7th May | Calderdale 22nd May | Bradford 28th May | Wakefield 25th June | Leeds These events are free & welcome to anyone involved in music ➡️ Book now linktr.ee/westyorkshir...

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

We are in the north of England and use DJing to engage those pupils who love music but don't feel enthused by traditional instruments. Currently focusing on training teachers as there is a lack of knowledge of our art form in the workforce.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Full online courses are now available in both Rekordbox and Serato DJ software. All training focuses on how to engage pupils, incorporate the delivery of the UK Music curriculum and increase the uptake of GCSE music. #musiceducation www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-...

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DJ School UK CPD and Training Leeds and Yorkshire region — DJ SCHOOL UK

20 years experience using DJing and music production within educational settings. We understand the needs of both schools and students. Delivered CPD to over 30 staff in roles from school teachers ...

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

This is looking interesting: www.leedsconcertseason.co.uk/whatson-even...

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

It's always good to know your IT equipment is optimised for DJing - Here's a nice up to date of how to do that from the people at Phase DJ: www.phasedj.com/resources/ar...

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Optimize Your DJ Laptop: The Ultimate Guide for Performance and Stability

As DJs, we rely heavily on our laptops to deliver smooth, uninterrupted performances.

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The UK Association for Music Education: Music Mark @musicmarkuk.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Hi Bluesky! 💙 We will be keeping you up-to-date on our work as the UK Association for Music Education, sharing our resources, training, and events, and continuing to support our membership and the wider music education sector 🎶 What would you like to see from us on here? Let us know below! 👇

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Even though we always think students should engage as much as possible with their DJ equipment it's nice to know some keyboard shortcuts. There's some beauties here on Serato Pro from the crew at Phase DJ www.phasedj.com/resources/ar...

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The Best Keyboard shortcuts for Serato DJ Pro

Performing live demands quick thinking and smooth execution.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Love hearing how teachers are bringing the wider curriculum into DJ classes, and how it makes students "want to come to school". www.dorsetview.co.uk/drop-that-fu...

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Drop that funky beat – Ferndown students learning to be DJs

Students at Ferndown Middle School are learning the art of mixing at the turntables thanks to the new ‘DJ Club’.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

For school teachers using Serato on a network we recently discovered that whitelisting serato.com (serato.com) (serato.com) (entire domain including subdomains) and sera.to (sera.to) (sera.to) in SmoothWall allows access to a music library on a school network. You will need your IT team to help.

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Serato | The world’s best DJ and music production software

Serato creates unrivalled DJ and music production software. From unknown to the greatest, Serato is the top choice for millions of DJs and producers worldwide.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Great results training music teachers to use DJ skills at @yorkmusichub last week. Such a good response in the session and follow ups signing up for our video training resources. The donuts were a bonus too! More info www.djschooluk.org.uk/schools-and-...

DJ school uk trains teachers to use DJ skills in their music lessons. Jim from DJ School UK takes it seriously and does not get distracted by free donuts.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Fantastic video here from the crew at Crossfader. This shows how many DJ techniques can be applied in even short mixes. The whole is more than the sum of it's parts, it demonstrates accuracy and creativity, it is contemporary + all can be done on basic equipment. This is what educators can expect.

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I created 3 INSANE DJ Transitions Using Central Cee's Tracks

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

For all #musiceducation people considering using DJ skills to deliver the curriculum here is a useful comparison of the two most used software platforms available at the moment. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Bft...

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Rekordbox Vs Serato Comparison for music educators

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

My parents introduced me to this when I was very little and via the song Seamus I discovered an eternal love for the blues, and dogs. Monumental album.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

I'm not sure if they cover franchises but www.lawblacks.com were excellent when we moved venue. They really understood with our non-corporate approach and were empathetic to our social aims.

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Blacks Solicitors in Leeds: An Award-Winning Law Firm

Blacks Solicitors in Leeds is an award-winning law firm providing a range of legal services to commercial and private clients.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

We see the doom in the linked article... Time to recognise that a study by Dale (2020) showed quite significant improvements to uptake of GCSE/BTEC Music appeared achievable when teachers offered DJ-related music technology options. We are here for that!

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The Day the Music Dies? Why time is running out to tackle the decline in UK music education - Royal Northern College of Music

Dr Jo Yee Cheung, pianist and Chief Executive/Founder of Olympias Music Foundation A moment of optimism first. Around […]

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

For all those #musiceducation types here's a simple explanation of what DJing is and why it works in education. No music/no copyright, no frills/no fancy video magic. Just good information: youtu.be/N-05LUH-0uA

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What is DJing and why does it work in education?

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twist_of_f808🌻🍁 @slimpickler.bsky.social · 28/12/2024

Is it me or are there an unusual amount of follow requests coming from accounts that follow thousands, are followed by a tiny fraction of that, and have exactly 3 posts of AI looking crap? Are these the new Active Measures guidelines for troll farms?

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

Utter madness. They'll be naming Cas Vegas and Ponte Carlo next.

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

Oh yeah always avoid themes and brands. Look for independents where the locals go. That way the quality of the food will also tell you a huge amount about the locals!

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

As a resident of the UK I have very mixed feelings about this. All I'll say is all take aways are not created equal. You got lucky, congratulations 👏🎉

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DJ School UK 🎧🎵 @djschooluk.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

For all those #musiceducation types here's a simple explanation of what DJing is and why it works in education. No music/no copyright, no frills/no fancy video magic. Just information and content: youtu.be/N-05LUH-0uA

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What is DJing and why does it work in education?

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