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Abstract
In the international dance music scene, women and people of color are underrepresented in positions of producers and DJs. Often women are singers and limited in their access to knowledge, skill set, and visibility while DJs are highly celebrated. The purpose of this project was to develop DJ techniques, production proficiency, and live performance skills in order to provide diverse cultural compositions and sets to create unity through sound, vibration, and visuals. In addition, a song in the style of Afro House and R&B, was written and recorded in order to create visibility for underrepresented groups and create a narrative that is unique to the artist. Certain influences such as Sade, Alicia Keys and Black Coffee will be studied and represented. The artist’s objective was to evolve from a singer into an electronic musician, producer, and DJ in order to bridge the gap in disparities in gender and race in the music industry and the international dance music scene. The completion of this project provided representation, a new perspective of women in production and a blending of culture, genres, and music. As a result of developing the skills and expertise in production and performance, the artist will be equipped to continually create representation and change in the music industry.
Publication Date
7-1-2023
Campus
Valencia (Spain) Campus
Keywords
Women, Representation, DJ, Afro House
Recommended Citation
Comeau, Chelsea. “Afro House At Berklee: A Study of African American Female Representation in House Music.” Master's thesis, Berklee College of Music, 2023. .