Empathize
You will collaborate with local DJs and music historians to gather insights into the impact of cultural and historical influences on music genres, documenting your findings to develop a foundation for your DJ sets.
Days 1 - 3
Meet Local DJs and Historians
Launch 90m
Document User Research
Deliverable 120m
Define
You will synthesize research on cultural and historical influences in music by creating an actionable problem statement that will guide the development of your DJ set and music timeline, using insights from community partners and peer feedback.
Days 4 - 6
Cultural Influences Research Cards
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
POV and HMW Draft
Deliverable 90m
Ideate
You will brainstorm a wide range of innovative DJ set concepts by exploring diverse musical genres and technology with your partner, guided by insights from your kick-off session and community partner interactions, to identify unique ways to integrate cultural and historical influences into your work.
Days 7 - 10
Genre History Research & Timeline Sketch
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Studio Tech Walkthrough and Beat Practice
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Collaborative Concept Ideation Pack & Gallery Feedback
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
DJ Concept Ideation Pack
Deliverable 90m
Prototype
You will craft and iteratively refine a prototype DJ set by combining diverse musical genres, drawing on historical and cultural contexts, while actively incorporating feedback from both peers and a local DJ, to prepare for a live performance and Interactive Music Timeline Expo presentation.
Days 11 - 15
Master Beatmatching and Crossfading Techniques
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Cultural Histories: Timelines with Tech
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Prototype Set: Critique and Timeline Gallery
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
DJ Set Prototyping Iterations
Deliverable 90m
User Testing Documentation
Deliverable 90m
Test/Present
You will present your interactive music timeline at the 'Interactive Music Timeline Expo', perform your live DJ set, and gather feedback from local DJs and community members to refine and validate your work for authentic cultural and historical integration.
Days 16 - 20
Refine Essential Question with Studio Partner
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Timeline Annotations for Gallery Walk
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Mock Live DJ Set with Feedback
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Empathy Maps with Locals
Deliverable 60m
Masterclass Q&A Prep with Local DJ
Knowledge/Skill Building 45m
Masterclass Q&A Prep
Deliverable 60m
Gallery Walk Prep and Feedback
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Music Expo Showcase
Assessment 2m