CAZ ORTOLI

About The Teacher

DJ, Music Production

Caz Ortoli - DJ, Music Production Teacher | PIRATE.COM

Caz, performing under the alias Cosmic Caz, is London-based, multidisciplinary artist, DJ, producer, model, and curator. They are the founder of the queer-centered multidisciplinary events platform AETHERA, bringing the intersections of art, music, and technology. They have carved out a prominent place in the London electronic music scene and internationally, fabricating their sonic journeys with high-energy techno and trance, unleashing driving beats infused with infectious euphoric melodies and emotive atmospheres. Having graduated from Point Blank Music School, they have extensive knowledge in Music Production and DJing, which they are passionate about sharing, aspiring new talents to unlock their creative potential.

HOURLY RATE: £25

TEACHING: Online & In-person

PREFERRED LOCATIONS: Pirate Dalston, Pirate Hackney

SPECIALITIES: Ableton, Ableton Live, MIDI

LEVELS: Beginner - Intermediate

TEACHING SINCE: +2 years experience

DBS CERTIFIED: Yes

ABOUT THE LESSON

Students can expect a comprehensive learning experience tailored to their skill level and aspirations. Within DJing lessons, students can learn beat-matching, seamless track transitions, music selection, and programming. We can also explore creative mixing techniques, incorporating effects and loops. Students can be introduced to equipment setup and operation and be given guidance on live performance preparation, integrating DJ sets with live production elements.

Within Music Production, students can learn both the fundamentals and advanced topics, including using Ableton Live, MIDI, audio recording techniques, understanding sound design, music theory, and the creation of melodies, chords, and basslines. Students can gain hands-on practice with Ableton and learn how to arrange and structure their compositions effectively, as well as insight into mixing and mastering techniques, helping students achieve a polished and professional sound. Caz is able to cover topics such as using effects, processing sounds, and creating a balanced mix as well as guidance on workflow optimization, organization, and using plugins effectively, as well as how to develop their own unique sound.

Whether students are beginners or experienced, they can expect a nurturing and inspiring environment where they can develop their artistic style, with constructive feedback and resources, as well as career guidance, discussing strategies for branding and seizing opportunities.

LANGUAGES: English

OTHER LINKS: AETHERA - LinkedIn 


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