Hey guys.
a bit of background, I'm a beginner/hobbyist DJ. I started about 18 months ago with a cracked version of virtual DJ (stereotypical, and illegal. I know, but I'm not going to lie), but I quickly outgrew that and bought a cheap controller and legit software (traktor + mixtrack pro) and messed around with traktor, got some decent mixes.
recently sold my controllers as I am unbelievably poor, but in a fortunate twist of fate, I won a TTM57SL, serato, ableton, dicers, and point blank tuition, which I am currently waiting to be delivered to me (received only the dicers and point blank course info so far). And with my bonus at the end of this month I intend to buy some TTs.
However, I've just been offered a residency in a trendy upscale bar (because a good friend of mine is assistant manager), playing light funky house, soulful house, you know, decent background stuff to get the head bobbing, no top 40 etc.
however, I've never even DJed a party before. Granted I've been playing around for fun for a year or so now, and I'm confident in my ability.
I just don't know what to do. I'll need to find out more before I accept, but it seems like too good an offer to pass up, but how do I know if I'm ready? I'm confident in my skills, but never played to a crowd before....
help ease my butterflies please!
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