Bobby Laughlin

Teaches: DJing, Digital Music Creation

Bobby teaches the art of DJing and crafting new digital music through basic music production, song editing, remixing, and developing electronic press kits. His DJ curriculum is designed to equip aspiring DJs with essential skills for success. Bobby emphasizes the importance of gaining experience in DJ technology, particularly Rekordbox, to efficiently manage music sets and enhance live performances with lighting and technical mixes. “My goal is to demystify the path to becoming a professional DJ, which is not only viable for a steady income but can also be quite lucrative for those dedicated to the craft,” he says. For his digital music creation lessons, Bobby will work with his students to master beat matching and live editing, song editing and creating remixes in Ableton Live and crafting their unique style. He strives to foster a dynamic learning environment where students can discover their personal musical expression. After serving five years in the Navy, Bobby earned a Music Production degree from the Los Angeles Film School. Influenced by artists like Skrillex, his passion for electronic dance music (EDM) has shaped his style and teachings. However, Bobby’s expertise extends far beyond EDM; his deep appreciation for all music genres enables him to effectively mentor aspiring DJs in mixing a diverse array of styles. He is proficient in blending pop music like Taylor Swift, cultural tunes from Bollywood, classic rock from bands like The Eagles, alternative hits by 311, Hip Hop featuring artists like Usher and Flo Rida, and country tracks by artists such as Morgan Wallen and Carrie Underwood. “The key,” he says, “is to truly understand your audience and craft mixes that energize them.” Outside of music, Bobby enjoys mountain biking and spending quality time with his daughter.