Scratch DJ Academy

History

Rob Principe partnered with the great Jam Master Jay of Run DMC to bring his long held vision to life. If jazz can successfully be taught at every major university around the world, why isn't the same done for the art form of the DJ? After all DJs are musicians & turntables are bestselling instruments. It was this question that spawned the now famous Scratch DJ Academy. Scratch's historic first semester received media attention worldwide with instructors including Jam Master Jay, DJ Premier, A-Trak, Evil Dee and many more while selling out every semester that year. Scratch has since opened locations in Los Angeles (2004), Miami (2005) and Chicago (2013) while expanding its course offering to include music production. Today, Scratch teaches over 50,000 people how to DJ annually through its physical locations and national tours. Scratch has taught students from all 50 states, 35 different countries, and is widely recognized as the world leader in DJ and music production education.

Specialties

Scratch DJ Academy is the world's leader in DJ and Music Production education. With over multiple course offerings, instruction is provided for DJs and producers of all interests, skill levels, and commitments: Certification Programs Individual Courses Private Lessons Workshops We also offer private group workshops, birthday parties for all ages and corporate events where you and your friends can feel what it's like to be a DJ while getting the VIP club treatment.