Workshop: DJ Basics with DJ Lamont

Thursday, 5/15/2025
2:00 - 4:00
Latino/Hispanic Meeting Room A
Latino/Hispanic Meeting Room B
Main Library

100 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States

415-557-4400

Step into the world of DJing with DJ Lamont and master the art of the mix—scratch, loop, sample, and beatmatch using DJ software in this hands-on workshop.

In this interactive group workshop, participants will be guided through the fundamentals of DJing, including scratching, looping, sampling, beatmatching, and using special effects with DJ software. Gain a basic understanding of DJ hardware and software while following a step-by-step tutorial. To fully participate, download the free DJ app You.DJ on a tablet or laptop for the best experience.

In this interactive group workshop, participants will be guided through the fundamentals of DJing, including scratching, looping, sampling, beatmatching, and using special effects with DJ software. Gain a basic understanding of DJ hardware and software while following a step-by-step tutorial. To fully participate, download the free DJ app You.DJ on a tablet or laptop for the best experience.

Connect: DJ Lamont/Fingersnaps Media - Website | DJ Lamont/Fingersnaps Media - Instagram 

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This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

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