The Hal Leonard DJ Method is designed for anyone interested in learning how to successfully host recorded music for an audience at events, parties, clubs and beyond. This easy-to-use beginner's guide serves as an introduction to the gear, skills and must-know info required of today's DJ. It features many photos and diagrams, plus nearly two hours of video lessons with full demonstrations by author DJ Bizzon! Topics covered include: DJ equipment and setup · using turntables · using CDJs · using DJ controllers with Serato DJ · identifying song attributes · tempo and BPM · counting bars · scratching techniques · mastering song transitions · building a set · and more.