EDUCATION
The initiatives led by the AFEM Education Working Group in 2024 focus on two key areas: education and the creation of a framework for accreditation of DJs’ and producers’ courses in electronic music.
Our goal regarding education is to promote the principles of music law among DJs and producers. The Education working group created the legal guide for DJs and producers, which is publicly available on Notion. This resource offers a comprehensive overview of copyright, neighbouring rights, and collective rights management and addresses practical issues such as legal DJ sets, the use of Creative Commons-licensed music, and the relationship between copyright and generative AI input and output. The guide should be intended as a constantly evolving tool.
Regarding the DJs and Producers accreditation framework, the working group worked to fill a significant gap in traditional accreditation systems for DJ and producers courses, which often struggle to keep pace with the evolution of electronic music, willing to develop new criteria that recognize the modern skills required by the industry, providing students with officially recognized learning paths that align with industry demands.
WORK STREAMS
Legal Guide for the DJ and Producer © 2024 by Deborah De Angelis (A-DJ), Vittorio Balestrazzi (SEEDJ) for AFEM is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
• This document provides essential legal guidance for DJs and producers on key topics like copyright, neighbouring rights, image protection, and collective rights management, along with practical advice on playing DJ sets legally and using Creative Commons music.
• It addresses emerging issues like AI in music, protection of pseudonyms, and managing collaborations, equipping creators to safeguard their work and navigate the music industry’s legal landscape confidently.
Empowerment Through Knowledge:
· Provide accessible and relevant educational resources to empower individuals at all skill levels within the electronic music community.
· Foster an understanding of the historical and cultural context of electronic music, recognizing its diverse roots and global influences.
Skill Development and Mentorship:
· Facilitate skill development through workshops, masterclasses, and mentorship programs, connecting seasoned professionals with emerging talent.
· Promote collaboration and knowledge exchange within the electronic music ecosystem, encouraging a supportive network for skill enhancement.
Technology and Production Advancement:
· Stay at the forefront of technological advancements in music production and DJing, offering cutting-edge insights and training to our community.
· Bridge the gap between emerging technologies and artistic expression, ensuring that creators can harness the full potential of the tools available to them.
Community Engagement and Outreach:
· Collaborate with educational institutions, industry partners, and community organizations to expand the reach and impact of electronic music education.
· Organize and support events, both virtual and in-person, that promote learning, collaboration, and community building.
Advocacy for Music Education:
· Advocate for the importance of music education in schools and communities, emphasizing the unique value of electronic music as a cultural and creative expression.
· Engage with policymakers and stakeholders to promote the integration of electronic music education in formal and informal learning settings.
Working Group Co-chairs

Deborah De Angelis
Lawyer, President : A-DJ Association

Vittorio Balestrazzi
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer : SEEDJ

Alex Tripi
CEO : Pete Tong DJ Academy / MAT ACADEMY
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Legal Guide for DJs and Producers
Co-chairs ‘Deborah De Angelis’ and ‘Vittorio Balestrazzi’ have compiled an extensive Legal Guide for the DJs and Producers.





