HOMECOMING™ is proud to have facilitated the Lagos debut of Start From Scratch, a hands-on DJ workshop series designed to open the world of DJing to complete beginners and aspiring selectors.

Speaking on the purpose of the programme, AlphaTheta shared, “At AlphaTheta, our goal with the Start From Scratch programme is to lower the barriers to entry in DJing and music creation. We want these classes to spark confidence and create new pathways into the industry.”

Following impactful sessions across London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, and beyond, Start From Scratch made its debut in Lagos in 2025, delivered from the newly opened HOMECOMING™ space and supported by the leading music tech brand AlphaTheta. Following a successful first class in September, additional workshops were held in Lagos throughout the remainder of the year, with more scheduled for 2026. The Company added, “Lagos is one of the most exciting cultural hubs in the world. Being present here allows us to engage directly with local communities and help nurture talent at the source.”

The programme is built for those with little or no experience, breaking down the theory, tools, and fundamentals of DJing, alongside the creative and cultural thinking behind it. From beatmatching and blends to reading a room and building your sound, Start From Scratch equipped new DJs with the confidence to get started and stay grounded in their own voice.

So far, HOMECOMING™ has worked with guest mentors like Major League DJz, DJ Spinall, Dope Caesar, Gina Jeanz, Donnie Sunshine, Dare Balogun, and Kitty Amor to lead sessions across Europe and Africa. For the Lagos editions, we are proud to have welcomed an inspiring lineup of DJs, producers, and cultural figures from across the continent and diaspora who continue to push boundaries and champion new sounds.

HOMECOMING™ also highlighted the developing ecosystem around the programme. “Since the partnership between Homecoming and AlphaTheta began in 2024, we have built a growing pool of young DJs who understand the energy and expectations of our events.” Each mentor led intimate, interactive sessions built around both skill and storytelling, giving attendees a rare chance to learn directly from the people shaping today’s sound.

This series is more than a workshop; it’s a platform for access and long term growth. With AlphaTheta’s support, we’re also deepening our commitment to building DJ infrastructure in Africa: investing in talent development, local creative ecosystems, and a wider music culture that encourages play, experimentation, and ownership.

As part of the long term vision, HOMECOMING™ highlighted the pathway for students who complete the programme. “Since the partnership between Homecoming and AlphaTheta began in 2024, we have sponsored 12 students through full DJ courses in London and Amsterdam with them going on to play at various Homecoming events and other opportunities in their cities..”