Past workshops

Workshop on mixing and set building. A good set doesn't start at the mixer, but with the selection of tracks, the sense of the moment, and the feeling for the room. This workshop explores how individual pieces become a story: How do I make decisions when selecting? How do I build tension and energy across different set lengths? And how do I find my own approach to the dramaturgy of a set? We'll also look at the characteristics of older techno and house productions. What role do timing, EQing, and transitions play? And what does flow mean: when does it emerge and when is it worth consciously breaking it? The focus here is on musical decisions, intuition, and developing your own sound.

If you already have some experience with Ableton and want to dive deeper into the world of electronic music production, then this workshop is perfect for you. As an electronic music producer with 7 years of experience, Ponygirl will show you advanced producing techniques in Ableton in this intermediate workshop: from workflow and sound design to arrangement and creative tools for your own sound.

This workshop is not about how to mix 'correctly,' but about finding your own style: mixing, but make it yours.Together, we will explore different approaches – from EQing, cutting, looping, or multi-deck mixing.The focus is on developing a feel for energy, timing, and decisions – and trusting it. No rigid rules, no right or wrong, but an open space to refine and rediscover your own approach to mixing.

You’ve downloaded Ableton Live and don’t know how or where to start? On your way to creating your own track, Hanover-based musician Luise will help you. She has already released music on labels such as Skylax Records, Im In Love Records, Turnland, Zapped and Covered. As an experienced DJ and music producer, she’ll show you how the software is structured, what the key basics are, and what she wishes she’d known when she was starting out.

Beyond all the musical activities of DJs, self-promotion has become an essential topic for generating bookings and a stable income. In this workshop, Tereza will share what matters when it comes to questions about social media and promo moves, booking agencies, and fee negotiations. The Berlin-based DJ has been living the DJ dream for over 10 years and is now recognized and booked across Europe.

You feel confident with digital mixing and now want to integrate records into your sets, or are even planning to switch to vinyl-only? Bremen-based ANIS made this transition herself years ago and has since played vinyl-only sets in Berlin, Hamburg, Bremen, and at numerous festivals. Now ANIS will show you how to successfully integrate records into your sets or even make the full switch, what you need for it, and what DJs should definitely pay attention to with this new old medium.

You DJ regularly and want to take the next step? In this workshop, you'll learn how to establish yourself professionally and increase your chances of better bookings. Together, we'll look at what belongs in a convincing EPK, how a professional tech rider is structured, and which systems help you handle bookings efficiently. We'll also discuss networking, proactive applications to clubs and promoters, and the question of when working with an agency might make sense.

Few things define a DJ's signature style as much as their track selection. But how do you find your sound and records that aren't already being played by everyone else? Vinyl-only DJ, label owner, and promoter Marie Montexier shares how and where she digs for gems for her sets, how she packs her record bag, and how she keeps track of her collection. This workshop focuses on vinyl DJing.

We'll look at the basics of bookkeeping, clarify tax essentials, and give you an easy-to-understand system to help you organize your income and expenses properly. The goal is to give you more confidence in dealing with financial topics.

Mixing is one of the most essential DJ skills, covering a vast field that includes beatmatching, EQing, phrasing, and cutting. If you've got the basics down and want to learn more about mixing techniques, then sign up for this workshop. Marie Midori, DJ and member of the well-known Femme Bass Mafia crew, will show you how to take your technical DJ skills to the next level.