Julia aka murcutian is a Bay Area selector, born and raised in San Francisco’s Mission District. A child of an immigrant family from El Salvador -  she was exposed to music from an early age. Inspired by her love for music, she began her career as a DJ in 2018, in her bedroom. Not long after, she took to performing at live events.

“The DJ industry continues to lack adequate Female representation, particularly for Women and Gender expansive People of color. My vision was to facilitate a space where Women can explore a craft that is often dismissed as simple entertainment, yet is deeply rooted in artistic expression. Early on, I recognized a clear need for this type of space within my own community. I had previously encountered a similar initiative, which was positioned as a Women-centered collective. However, what stood out to me was the presence of men throughout the entire course. That experience highlighted the importance of creating a space that was truly and intentionally exclusive to women, a space where they could feel fully safe, affirmed, and empowered without compromise. This experience became one of the biggest reasons why we are very intentionally Women operated and why this continues to be a driving force in how we move through this space.

Representation matters. We have a responsibility to break barriers, disrupt stereotypes, and embody the belief that anything is possible with dedication and passion, not just for ourselves, but for those who follow. It is equally important to learn or re-learn, what it means to be in a true community. A lot of us speak of being in community but may not always know how to practice it in real ways. When I founded HDC, my deepest intention was to build genuine connections with fellow music lovers. But beyond that, I recognized how many Women have a profound love and understanding of music, yet often lack spaces where their perspectives and ideas are truly celebrated. In my humble opinion, a great DJ is not only a student of music but also someone who understands the power of how it can bring people together. It is in the intersection of technical skill and communal care, where true artistry can manifest itself and make a wide impact in the communities we live in.

With this workshop, I hope to help build long-lasting partnerships and empower Women by teaching them a skill they can feel good about. Music has always been very healing and learning to DJ has been life-changing to me. My intention as your instructor is to share everything I know to help unlock that part of your creativity. To honor your commitment to learning an art form I hold so much love and respect for. I promise to do my best to teach you the fundamentals of DJing as I see them, to help create a strong foundation for this new beginning in your creative journey. I’m grateful for your trust and I’m looking forward to working with you! Let’s get it!”