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Since 2015, the Sample Music Festival has been one of the most significant events for the resulting forms of playing such as turntablism, finger drumming, live beat making, and controllerism. Instrumental work with audio samples is an essential part of today's music culture. What used to be played on guitars or drum kits is now for many a turntable or MIDI controller. Since 2015, the Sample Music Festival has been one of the most significant events for the resulting forms of playing such as turntablism, finger drumming, live beat making, and controllerism.
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Every year, international top artists gather in Berlin at the Sample Music Festival to showcase the latest trends through live competitions, showcases, and workshops.
Well-known audio industry manufacturers showcase their products, and music producers offer workshops on mixing & mastering, songwriting, social media, and publishing.
Visitors will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and jam sessions with peers during the 3-day event. The highlight of the festival will be the DMC Championship (official DJ Championship) and the Finger Drumming World Championship with participants from 12 different countries. In partnership with CASSIOPEIA, a spectacular after-event will take place with different DJ sets and a karaoke contest.
