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    • Innovative workshops for young people & adults in urban London

     
     

    Schools & College Programmes

    Creative activities and workshops especially for schools and colleges.

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    Community & Council Projects

    Programmess and workshops perfect for events and festivals in your community.

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    Youth Clubs

    A selection of modules and workshops perfect for the Youth Club environment.

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    Birthday Parties

    Make your birthday memorable with our exciting parties, tailored for all ages.

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    Private Client Hire

    Our services, equipment and DJ Van are available for private events and parties!

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    Football Clubs and Sporting Events

    Our mobile studios are ideal for sporting events.

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    Corporate

    A selection of services perfect for corporate events.

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    Centres

    Safe spaces for everyone to create music, write lyrics and record their songs.

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    Promo Video

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    About Us

    The British DJ & MC Academy is a youth arts organisation based in North London.

    In 2008, Krissy founded the DJ&MC Academy, driven by a passion to connect people through music. Pioneering a revolutionary mobile outreach van, she brought the rhythm directly to communities. In 2010, Krissy's appearance on Dragons Den became a platform to showcase her unwavering determination, setting the stage for sustained success.

    Over 12 years, the academy has touched the lives of 100,000+ individuals across London, Wales, and Manchester. Through economic challenges and pandemic lockdowns, Krissy's journey from a teenage DJ to a youth hostel manager reflects her commitment to positive impact.

    Krissy's global DJ career includes commanding sets from Miami to Ibiza and a decade at Kool FM. The academy's team, including former participants turned tutors, plays a pivotal role in its success. Beyond outreach projects, the academy excels in community events, cultivating a talented pool of DJs, producers, and artists.

    Re-established as a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2019, the academy secured funding, including support from Sadiq Khan's violence reduction project. Achievements extend to establishing radio stations, building studios, and nurturing artists under the Sonitus Music Group label. Notably, our artists have earned MOBO nominations, Sony ATV contracts, and over 100 million streams on mainstream radio.


    The DJ&MC Academy stands as a testament to Krissy's vision and the transformative power of music.

    Music unquestionably connects people from all walks of life. The work we do continues to leverage this virtue, delivering programmes to some of the most deprived parts of our city.
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    Meet the Team


    Krissy
    CEO

    Christian
    Managing Director

    Kyan
    Social Media Manager

    Debbie
    Outreach & Engagement Coordinator

    Maldi
    Radio Presenter & Sound Engineer

    Grace
    Singing Tutor

    Kareem
    DJ, Producer & Mentor

    Keon
    DJ & Radio Presenter

    DJ E Dott
    DJ, Radio Presenter & Producer

    Mariah
    DJ, Radio Presenter & Tutor

    Olona
    Rapper & Producer

    Will
    Dancer

    Bradley
    DJ Tutor

    Enzo
    DJ Tutor

    Oskar
    DJ, Music Production & Presenting Tutor

    Nathaniel
    Lyricist & Production Tutor

    Jay
    Podcast & Music Project Assistant

    Layla
    Singer/Songwriter

    Isaac
    Beatboxer, Rapper & Songwriting Tutor

    Lillie
    Photographer

    Irish
    Young Ambassador

    Dre
    Young Ambassador

    Kiki
    Young Ambassador

    Terence
    Young Ambassador

    Emmanuel
    Young Ambassador

    Amy
    Young Ambassador & Singer

    Aaliyah
    Young Ambassador & DJ

    Tilly
    Volunteer

    Trustees

    Introducing the Academy's Trustees


    Serge Wyett
    Chairman

    Kenny Barber

    Grace Dixon

    Cynthia Coburn

    Christie Anayiotou

    Case Studies

    To name just a few young people who have come through the Academy and are now inspiring artists and tutors alike.



    Bellah

    Bellah, the prodigious talent nurtured under our wings for seven transformative years, now stands as a beacon of contemporary UK R&B. Nominated for a coveted MOBO award and hailed as the artist to watch in 2023, her journey epitomizes the fusion of soulful melodies and candid lyricism. Drawing inspiration from luminaries like Summer Walker, Kehlani, and SZA, Bellah infuses her British Nigerian heritage into her music, crafting a sound that resonates deeply with audiences.

    With her debut EP, Adultsville, she solidified her status as the UK's new princess of R&B, offering a nostalgic nod to the genre's golden era while carving out her unique space in today's musical landscape. Her ability to effortlessly blend raw emotion with infectious hooks has earned her accolades from industry titans and critical acclaim from platforms like Complex and BBC 1Xtra. As she continues to ascend, Bellah's trajectory symbolizes the resurgence of authentic storytelling in music, captivating hearts and minds with every soul-stirring note.

     


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    What People Say

    DJMC Academy has delivered outstanding workshops at Boundary Court, helping young people gain confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy music in a fun, inclusive setting. These sessions have fostered local friendships, supported community events on the estate, and strengthened neighbourhood connections. We greatly value their professionalism and positive impact.
     
    Nafiisah Yurdal, Resident Engagement & Communications Coordinator, Boundary Court
    Community & Council Projects
    We wanted to say a huge thank you for being part of the Pavilion Summer Programme! Your participation helped make it a real success, and we appreciate your support in it.
     
    Khalif Koleoso, Place Shaping Officer, Journeys and Places
    Community & Council Projects
    I liked how enthusiastic the staff were. They showed a lot of commitment to making us learn new skills and stay engaged.
     
    RC (pupil), Fern House School
    Schools & College Programmes
    The tutors have been really welcoming and have developed an excellent rapport with the students. Even when the singers were behaving like 'divas', their patience, professionalism and pedagogy was apt for the students. I look forward to working with the DJ & MC Academy again...
     
    Kieran West, Northumberland Secondary School
    Schools & College Programmes
    DJing was great! The students had a fantastic time, even played a couple for us old teachers, which went down well
     
    Gwyneth Gibson, Teacher, St Mary's High School, Cheshunt
    Schools & College Programmes

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