DIY Electronic Music Day, Open Decks, Record Fair

Get Nowt x LADs x Open Circuit Present: DIY Electronic Music Day Date: Sunday 29 November Time: 11am–7pm Entry: Free Age range: 18–30 (see individual session details below) Partners : Youth Music, LADs, Get Nowt, Shy Bairns, Open Circuit & Cobalt. A full day celebrating DIY electronic music, creativity and community. Bringing together producers, DJs, music enthusiasts and the musically curious, the day will feature three sessions offering opportunities to learn new skills, share ideas, connect with others and get involved in the local electronic music scene. PART 1: Open Circuit – Music Makers' Social 11am–2pm | Free entry A relaxed social and pop-up studio for music producers and the musically curious. Bring along your synths, equipment and works in progress (WIPs). There'll be gear to experiment with, friendly advice and feedback, a collaborative jam session, and a rare opportunity to hear your own tracks played through a club sound system. Whether you're an experienced producer or just starting out, all skill levels are welcome. PART 2: Get Nowt – Electronic Music Session for Young People 2pm–4:30pm | Free entry Get Nowt x LADs invite you to a chilled Sunday afternoon of electronic music, learning and skill sharing. Whether you're interested in learning how to produce music, having a go at DJing or simply meeting like-minded people, come along and get involved. There'll be opportunities to try out new skills, connect with others, browse our record sale and hang out in a welcoming, electronic music-focused social space. PART 3: Open Decks & Locals Record Fair 4:30pm–7pm | Free entry Browse records from some of the North East's brilliant selectors, with a record fair curated by Shy Bairns. Fancy getting behind the decks? Our open decks are open to everyone, so bring some records, share your selections and help us create a communal soundtrack for the evening. Anyone is welcome to come along and sell records! If you've got a collection you'd like to share or sell, bring it down and get involved.