Bridges for Music Satellite Course

Details
Duration: 2 Days
Time: 09:30 – 17:30
Starts: 28 – 29 November 2025
Venue: Flame Studios, Constitution Hill, Johannesburg

Cost : R3900.00


Two-Day Music Industry & DJ Course

Bridges for Music is hosting a two-day professional development course in Johannesburg.

Participants can join one of two streams:

  • Pro DJ Course – for aspiring DJs
  • Music Industry Course – for managers, promoters and entrepreneurs

Each day begins with meditation and hands-on sessions. DJs develop performance and practice skills, while industry participants explore entrepreneurship, contracts, copyright and live event management. Participants also take part in shared sessions and networking lunches, providing opportunities for collaboration, learning and inspiration.

Why Join The Satellite Course?

Benefits for All Participants:

  • Gain practical skills and industry knowledge in your chosen stream
  • Build your professional network and meet industry leaders
  • Participate in shared sessions and networking lunches
  • Receive a Certificate of Attendance

All course students will be entered into a giveaway for a chance to win one of 10 tickets to Zakes Bantwini’s festival — Mayonie Open Air Festival at Constitutional Hill on Sunday, November 30th.

Pro DJ Course
Who it’s for:  DJs with basic skills looking to advance their craft

Course Overview:
  • Hands-on practice with professional DJ equipment
  • Deep dive into DJ software Rekordbox for music curation and performance
  • Learning effects, transitions, connectivity, sync, and hot cues
  • Practice sessions with facilitator support
  • Meditation, interactive workshops and talks by industry leaders
Music Industry Course
Who it’s for: Aspiring managers, promoters and music entrepreneurs

Course Overview:
  • Exploration of the music industry supply chain
  • Creative entrepreneurship and business skills for the music sector
  • Understanding contracts, copyright and music distribution
  • Insights into live events and promotion strategies
  • Meditation, interactive workshops and talks by industry leaders
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2-Day Course

28 – 29th November 2025

9:00PM - 16:00PM

Friday & Saturday

Venue

Flame Studios, Constitution Hill, Johannesburg

Tracks

Pro DJ Course / Music Industry Course

Contact Us
Course Mentors
Trenton Birch

Trenton Birch is a futurist and thought leader in education and emerging technologies. He is the CEO of Cheeba Africa, Co-Founder of Future School AI, and Co-Founder of Bridges for Music. With over 25 years of experience in the music industry, he has been a pioneer in driving innovation and creative education across Africa.

Siphe Tebeka

Siphe Tebeka is a Cape Town-based music educator, producer, and performer dedicated to nurturing emerging electronic artists. His signature Afro Deep and Minimal House sound has featured at TomorrowLand, Awakenings and Sonar.

Kevin Ribbans

Kevin Ribbans has been in the music industry long enough for him to start receiving the nickname “Uncle” from it. With over 25 years experience in both DJ’ing & Music Production, Kevin has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to both the technical side of DJing, and the theoretical, or human aspect to making people move on the dancefloor.

Andile Mbete

Andile is the Head of TuneCore and Label and Artist Solutions for Believe in Sub-Saharan Africa, where he is responsible for leading strategic growth across the region. He brings over a decade of experience in the music and branding industries, including a previous role as International Label Manager at Sony Music, working with top African artists such as Davido, Goldfish, and GoodLuck. Andile also oversaw the digital growth of the Markham brand as their Digital Brand Manager.

Guest Speakers
Zakes Bantwini
Msaki
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