In an easy-to-read format, this book is a nuts-and-bolts reference that provides information on how DJing evolved, the history of the turntable plus other equipment with cutting edge features such as mixers and effects. It also discusses the significance, elegance and social implications of the DJ's practice and examines the battle over property rights DJs have been involved in for over a century.

In addition, THE WORLD OF DJs AND THE TURNTABLE CULTURE includes exclusive full-length interviews with a cross-section of superstar DJs such as GrandWizzard Theodore, DJ QBert, Armand Van Helden, Rob Swift and The Freelance Hellrasier.

THE WORLD OF DJs AND THE TURNTABLE CULTURE is for DJs on every level. The entry-level DJ may want to start at the end of the book and browse through the sections on turntable anatomy and mixers. The more seasoned DJ might wish to start with the chapters on CD decks and computer tools. No matter where they begin, by the time they are done with the book, readers will be familiar with the tools a DJ uses, understand the fundamentals for mastering those tools and have a clearer view on some of the directions the artform of DJing can be taken.

About the Author: Todd Souvignier is the author of Loops and Grooves: The Musician's Guide to Groove Machines and Loop Sequencers and Teach Yourself Computer Audio, and is the co-author of The Musician's Guide to the Internet, 2nd 
Edition. Souvignier lives in New Orleans. 

Hal Leonard Corporation 
Publication Date: January 21, 2004
Trade Paperback Original / ISBN: 0-634-05833-9
$18.95 U.S. 
Order By Phone: 1.800.554.0626
Order Online: http://MUSICDISPATCH.COM

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