A decade ago, no one would have thought of a career that can earn a
generous amount of money by just playing music. Disc Jockeying (DJying)
is one such profession that can sate your passion for music as well as
earn you enough to make a living. Individuals involved in this field of
sound, rhythm and music are called Disc or Disco Jockey or simply and
more commonly DJ (deejay).
The term Deejaying was first used to describe radio announcers who would
introduce and play popular gramophone records popularly known as discs.
As these records were jockeyed by the radio announcers, they were named
as disc jockey and soon as DJs or deejays. Ray Newby from California is
considered as the world's first DJ in the year 1909, but the term Disc
Jockey was invented in 1935 by an American commentator, Walter Winchell.
During the nineties, DJs became a part of gatherings and within a short
span, their popularity increased and Disc Jockeying soon emerged as an
exciting career option.
Disc Jockey alias DJ can be considered as a showman who entertains the
crowd of a discotheque, night club, party or an event by playing music
according to the tastes and preferences of the people present there. They
liven up parties by mixing tunes, forming beats and creating the right
ambience. For that DJ's need to understand the mood of the audience, the
performance setting, the preferred medium and know how to manipulate sound.
They should also focus on beat- matching to keep the tempo of the party
going. Though more regularly in clubs, hotels and discotheques; DJs are
also hired for entertaining guests on various occasions such as wedding,
engagement, birthday party, school/ college functions or any other social
gathering.
DJying is a profession that can be learned with experience on the floor.
DJs should always keep in mind that only their skills and reputation will
bring future opportunities to them. Their reputation usually spreads through
word of mouth. One can be a successful DJ, if he/ she can leave a good
impression on the people, so that their names will be recommended to others.
In India, the profession has gained a lot of potential during the last
three-four years, especially in main cities with the ever increasing number
of social gatherings and parties.
