(DJ Instruction). The Hal Leonard DJ Method is designed for anyone interested in learning how to successfully host recorded music for an audience at events, parties, clubs and beyond. This easy-to-use beginner's guide serves as an introduction to the gear, skills and must-know info required of today's DJ. It features many photos and diagrams, plus nearly two hours of video lessons with full demonstrations by author DJ Bizzon! Topics covered include: DJ equipment and setup * using turntables * using CDJs * using DJ controllers with Serato DJ * identifying song attributes * tempo and BPM * counting bars * scratching techniques * mastering song transitions * building a set * and more. See an interview with the author here.