How to use the Virtual DJ computer program; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video series.
How to adjust beats per minute, or BPM's, in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to apply effects in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to choose skins in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to create playlists in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to create loops in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to set important settings in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to load music into Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to mix video in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to record performances in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to scratch a record in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to set and use cues in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use shortcuts in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use the beatlock feature in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use samples in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use the slider function in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use the automix feature in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use the equalizer in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use the Virtual DJ interface; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use the library in Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
How to use the computer program Virtual DJ; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.
Summary: Scratching on turntables started materializing with DJ's in New York in the early 80's. Some popular New York DJ's were Grand Wizard Theodore, DJ Grandmaster Flash, and DJ Kool Herc. Since the 80's, scratching has grown into a musical skill used in many different styles of music--from hip hop to dance, from techno to rock. And now with the increasing use of computers and multimedia, scratching can now be done on the computer with Virtual DJ.
In this free video series, watch as computer and music specialist Matt Nichols teaches how to use Virtual DJ. Learn how to choose skin, load music, use slider functions, scratch records, use beatlock, set and use cues, create loops, apply effects, record performance, adjust beats per minute, use automix, and use shortcuts on Virtual DJ. This computer program is fun software to use for homes, clubs, or just your own dance party in your room. Let the experts at ExpertVillage increase your cool factor with these easy step by step tutorials.
Expert: Matt Nichols plays a variety of instruments and enjoys composing and recording music in his home studio. He uses an assortment of software and hardware that he has collected over the years to record and edit his music. One day Matt hopes to be able to quit his full-time web design job to become a rock star, but until then he can be found playing gigs with his band and helping local artists record their demos.