Unit Award Scheme

105554 DIGITAL DJING: BASICS (UNIT 3)

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	at least four elements of the structure of a song, eg verse, chorus, intro, break, drop, outro, bridge	Summary sheet
2	how the structure of a song contains suitable places to start or end DJ mixes	Summary sheet
3	at least four genres of music	Summary sheet
4	three key differences between two of the chosen genres in step 3	Summary sheet
experienced
5	at least two DJ mixes which include beat-matched songs blended with respect to their structure and phrasing	Summary sheet
6	taking part in a discussion about a) installing and maintaining digital DJ software, b) the need for user manuals and c) the usefulness of internet forums and tutorials in assistance with this	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
7	attach a speaker system to the digital DJ equipment so playback can be heard	Summary sheet
8	use the headphones to prepare all elements of a mix without the audience hearing it	Summary sheet
9	plan and record a three song mix which respects the musical structure of all the songs, including at least two of the following styles of mix: beatmatch, scratch/stutter in fx, eq mix/cut loop, hot cue edit, drop ins, scratch or stutter out.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 3 February 2017Level - Level Two