Ivy Taylor
I've been DJing for 7 years, specialising in Turntablism. I use Rane Serato and more recently a MIDI controller for sample-triggering. I scratch, beat juggle and create intensive mash-up routines. I've played at The Brits, Sage Gateshead, BUSC, British Uni Breakdancing Championships and radio stations, as well as more conventional club and bar sets.
I compete at boardercross internationally, ranking 6th in the World University Games, 2nd in the British National Championships and 1st in a Europa Cup. I used to snowboard for the GB World Cup Team. I have also gained Level 2 CASI Snowboard Instructing and Level 1 CSF Freestyle Coaching qualifications. I'm sponsored by Nikita Clothing, Atomic Snowboards and Dreadworx.co.uk.
One-to-one lessons
Experience
Seaton Burn Community College
I'm currently teaching DJing each week at Seaton Burn Community College.
Dates:
Nov 2009 - Jan 2010 John Willie Sam's Centre
I was the DJ Teacher for the youth club summer deck sessions at John Willie Sam's centre, Dudley.
Dates:
Jul 2009 - Sep 2009 West Moor Community Centre
I was the DJ Teacher for the youth club summer deck sessions at West Moor Community Centre.
Dates:
Jul 2009 - Sep 2009 Educational history
MMus (Masters in Music)
Dates:
September, 2008
Institution:
Newcastle University
I'm currently researching DJ performance with live electronics and composition.
BA Music (1st class honours)
Dates:
September, 2004 - July, 2007
Institution:
Newcastle University
I specialised in DJ performance and studio-based composition.
FAQ
Do you offer a discount for booking a block of lessons?
Yes, if you book 6 lessons then I will give you the 7th for free!
Do you teach on turntables or CDJs?
I use turntables myself but if you have your own CDJs I am happy to teach you on those...they're not quite as suited to scratching but in terms of mixing the general concepts are the same.
