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Upcoming Events
Clear your calendar—we've got a plan for your week right here. Our new videocast, What's Happening at Berklee?, hosted by publicist Mitzi Dorbu, highlights concerts and other events to brighten up your week. Everyone is welcome, student or not. And did we mention that many of these events are free?
Most events are free and open to the public. The ticket price for college concerts in the Berklee Performance Center is $10 for the general public. For specific information about ticket prices and discounts please visit the BPC's website.
Highlighted Events
Encore Gala
Saturday, October 25, 6:00 p.m., Boston Park Plaza
Listen to the music of more than 150 exceptional faculty and student performers and mingle with special guests at Berklee's biggest party. Held annually for the past 14 years, the evening features live and silent auctions, including unique only-through-Berklee celebrity experiences and vacation packages, musical equipment, tickets to sporting and music events, and much more. All proceeds benefit the Berklee City Music Program.
For more information, see the Gala website.
October 2008
October
7
John Baboian Quartet
Tuesday, October 7, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
The John Baboian Quartet features Baboian on guitar, Daniel Ian Smith on woodwinds, Bruce Gertz on bass, and Larry Finn on drum set. The quartet plays mainstream and contemporary jazz and Latin music, mainly composed by Baboian but with a few choice standards. The members have performed around the world with a variety of great musicians.
Toby Lightman
Toby Lightman/Lucy Woodward/Rachel Platten
Tuesday, October 7, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
Toby Lightman has toured the country extensively, appearing with such artists as James Blunt, Gavin DeGraw, Jewel, Rob Thomas, and on one memorable evening, Prince. USA Today wrote: "No small talent, Toby Lightman continues to shine a light on her knack for making rich, soulful pop."
Billboard said the award-winning songwriter Lucy Woodward "boasts staggering versatility—a sonic turnstile that flips through dreamy pop, jazz, and bluesy bebop."
Say hello to Boston native Rachel Platten. The Village Voice praised a recent show, claiming "Rachel's got it all—she'll fill your indie sweet tooth and top it off with a heaping dose of blue-eyed soul." [details]
$15 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center box office
Wednesday, October 8, 1:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Berklee alumnus and multi-Grammy Award–winning guitarist and singer/songwriter John Mayer will speak to Berklee students, faculty, and staff.
THIS EVENT IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. A Berklee ID card is required; limit of one ticket per ID.
Jayme Stone and Mansa Sissoko: Africa to Appalachia
Wednesday, October 8, 1:15 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
After meeting griot and master kora player Mansa Sissoko, Canadian virtuoso Jayme Stone made a musical hajj to Mali. He came home with knowledge of two banjo ancestors never revealed before in the West, aspects of African music that eluded its American counterparts, and musical friendships that reached across continents. [details]
Shinichiro Sakaino
Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A set from bassist Shinichiro Sakaino.
Women in Rock: Cindy Blackman, Felicia Collins, Siedah Garrett, Nona Hendryx, Joyce Kennedy, and Meshell Ndegeocello
Wednesday, October 8, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Women will rock the house when Berklee presents a one-time-only gathering of influential and groundbreaking African-American female musicians. Berklee’s Women in Rock residency brings Cindy Blackman, Felicia Collins, Siedah Garrett, Nona Hendryx, Joyce Kennedy, and Meshell Ndegeocello to the Berklee Performance Center.
Student Shea Rose and her band will open the concert. [details]
October
9
Luke Stratton: Mondo Gecko
Thursday, October 9, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
The jam band experience Mondo Gecko will perform originals, covers, and improvised music, led by guitarist Luke Stratton.
Inventions!
Thursday, October 9, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Faculty composer and pianist Larry Thomas Bell performs the world premiere of his "15 Two-Part Inventions," alternating with the famous two-part Inventions of J.S. Bach.
Tyrone Wells
Tyrone Wells/Jason Reeves
Thursday, October 9, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
A pulsing rocker fueled by a love for r&b, Tyrone Wells blends organic acoustic guitar, choir vocals, and chiming organ in his songs. His infectious, soulful voice and songs are being introduced to people all over the country. Jason Reeves combines the classic singer/songwriter style with more modern influences like Radiohead and Sufjan Stevens. His collaboration with Colbie Caillat laid the foundation for the hit album Coco. [details]
$15 general admission; student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center box office
Drummer Tsuyoshi Yamamoto presents a set of jazz, both originals and arrangements.
Jo Miura
Friday, October 10, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A small-big-band will play a jazz suite under the direction of alto saxophonist Jo Miura, who will be conducting.
October
11
Pete and J/Jonah Smith
Saturday, October 11, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
Pete Harper and Jason Blynn are known to themselves, and in turn by others, affectionately but usually appropriately as "Pete and J." Pete and J tour nationally and occasionally in the U.K. Most of the time, Pete and J are a band consisting of four people (a bassist and drummer in addition to the Pete and the J). [details]
$15 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center Box Office
Sunday, October 12, 8:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Lura is a captivating performer steeped in traditional Cape Verdean styles but also influenced by a vast range of international pop sounds. With a sultry, honeyed voice, Lura and her tight six-piece band draw on many Cape Verdean rhythms—mazurka, coladeira, batuku, funana, and morna—to create an infectious, contemporary sound. [details]
Matt Hales, also known as Aqualung, is a British singer/songwriter who has had songs featured on popular television shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Scrubs, Gossip Girl, Skins, One Tree Hill, The O.C., and many more. His piano rock style embraces everything from space rock to glockenspiel.
$13 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center box office
Dorian Holley has 22 years of experience in the music industry, including film, television, recording, and live performance. He also produces, writes, and teaches vocal performance and background singing. He has toured with Michael Jackson, Queen Latifah, Rod Stewart, James Taylor, Lionel Richie, and Linda Ronstadt and performed with many others, including Stevie Wonder, Kanye West, Herbie Hancock, Joni Mitchell, Christina Aguilera, and Mary J. Blige.
Christine Fawson - My Side
Tuesday, October 14, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Faculty trumpeter and vocalist Christine Fawson presents jazzy, funky original compositions performed by a slammin' horn section, grooving rhythm section, and hot vocals.
October
15
Amy Denio: Writing, Playing, and Surviving in the Music Business
Wednesday, October 15, 1:15 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Amy Denio is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and singer based in Seattle. She has released 35 albums since 1986 and created soundscores for dance, theater, and film since 1983. A longtime collaborator with David Dorfman Dance, Denio has also played with or composed for (among others) Danny Barnes, Relache Ensemble, Bill Frisell, Pauline Oliveros, Pat Graney Dance Company, clown Lorenzo Pickle, and Chuck D's Fine Arts Militia. [details]
Dorian Holley: How to Audition
Wednesday, October 15, 2:00 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Dorian Holley has 22 years of experience in the music industry, including film, television, recording, and live performance. He also produces, writes, and teaches vocal performance and background singing. He has toured with Michael Jackson, Queen Latifah, Rod Stewart, James Taylor, Lionel Richie, and Linda Ronstadt and performed with many others, including Stevie Wonder, Kanye West, Herbie Hancock, Joni Mitchell, Christina Aguilera, and Mary J. Blige.
Norman Seck
Wednesday, October 15, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist/vocalist Norman Seck performs tunes from the great American songbook.
Javier Rosario Quartet
Wednesday, October 15, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Guitarist/composer Javier Rosario would like to invite you all to his first recital. His quartet will be performing original compositions along with other influences.
Ayumi Ueda: Music of the Earth
Wednesday, October 15, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Berklee female musicians from all over the world perform world ethnic music, led by vocalist Ayumi Ueda.
Together Tonight
Wednesday, October 15, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Faculty vocalist Lisa Thorson will present an evening of spirited and soulful jazz featuring her longtime collaborators Tim Ray, piano; faculty bassist David Clark; drummer George Schuller; and special guest faculty vocalist Joey Blake. Compositions include works by Ellington, Jobim, Sting, and Thorson, as well as featured wordless originals and songs featuring Lisa's lyrics.
Scott Tarulli Group
Wednesday, October 15, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Faculty guitarist Scott Tarulli performs original instrumental music with his quartet including Mike Casano on drums and Dennis Hughes on keyboards.
October
16
Naoya Rick Sakurai
Thursday, October 16, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist/keyboardist Naoya Rick Sakurai will be performing great music in the styles of funk, r&b, and hip-hop.
Thaddeus Hogarth
Thursday, October 16, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Guitar faculty member Thaddeus Hogarth leads his group in a performance of original funk and rhythm and blues material from his upcoming DVD Live at Bose II. The ensemble includes David Sparr on keyboards, David Buda on bass (faculty), and Joey Scrima (summer faculty) on drums, with Hogarth on vocals, guitar, and chromatic harmonica.
Night of Soul II: Merrily Scruggs-James / Orlando Dixon / Krystal Johnson
Thursday, October 16, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
It was an odd sight . . . a tiny white kid singing with an all-black gospel choir in a stomping Pentecostal church. But that's how Merrily Scruggs-James discovered her absolute joy of soul and blues music. She was quickly swept up by Showtime at the Apollo and had the Harlem theater singing along with her when she was 17. Her band the Bucket of Soul will bring you back to the days of raw, organic, old-school soul music.
Also appearing: Orlando Dixon and Kyrstal Johnson. [details]
Friday, October 17, 1:00 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer '71 will give a clinic. [details]
Sandro Morales Santoro
Friday, October 17, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Composer and arranger Sandro Morales will be presenting arrangements and original compositions in traditional Venezuelan styles with a band of outstanding Berklee musicians and a string orchestra.
Kazuyo Kuriya
Friday, October 17, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Flutist Kazuyo Kuriya and her band perform original instrumental compositions.
Kirschner Concerts Presents
Lindsey Buckingham
Friday, October 17, 8:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Fleetwood Mac's lead guitarist, vocalist, visionary leader, and bold sonic architect, Lindsey Buckingham is a multiplatinum enigma—massively successful and still somehow an enduring, intriguing mystery. [details]
Sarah Pedinotti is a songwriter and musician from Saratoga Springs, New York. She has released three albums independently. In 2003 and 2005, Billboard magazine editor Thom Duffy, who described Pedinotti as “a talented young singer/songwriter on the rise,” listed her albums You Go to My Head and One Mirror among the top ten best new albums of the year.
Also appearing: Will Knox and Arum Rae. [details]
$12 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center Box Office
Hailed as "almost impossibly majestic and beautiful" (NPR), Shearwater's ethereal but oddly disquieting art-rock songs have a singular combination of sonic abandon and restraint, spun around the soaring, otherworldly voice of part-time ornithologist Jonathan Meiburg. Also performing: Hospital Ships. [details]
$15 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center box office
KidsJam @ Berklee - Native American Songs and Stories
Monday, October 20, 11:00 a.m., Cafe 939
Cafe 939 is pleased to announce a new entertainment series for children
ages 3 to 5. During these workshops, Berklee Music Education students, led by Professors Libby Allison and Charlene Ryan, will have an opportunity to practice their skills in this fun and energetic, performance-style setting.
[details]
Free
Ed Bedner: The Chopin Nocturnes
Monday, October 20, 1:15 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Faculty pianist Ed Bedner discusses one the highlights of piano literature: Chopin's Nocturnes.
Won Young Song
Monday, October 20, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A set of jazz from viola player Won Young Song.
Esterhazy String Quartet: Readings of Student Compositions
Monday, October 20, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
The Esterhazy Quartet will be in residence at Berklee October 20 through October 24. During this time, they will present a series of concerts and workshops. This event will be a reading and recording session of the music of student composers.
Akiko Ito: Happy Dreams / Andrei Matorin and Friends
Monday, October 20, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Flutist Akiko Ito presents her compositions and arrangements, performing a variety of styles of Brazilian music including the choro, samba, bossa nova, baião, and afoxé styles. Performance Division dean Matt Marvuglio will play flute, and a demonstration of the dance samba de gafieira will be offered.
Andrei Matorin presents a set of brand-new compositions for small big band and strings. His music brings together his love for the melodies of his native Brazil, the driving rhythms of jazz, and the romantic passion of classical music
October
21
Patrick Kunka
Tuesday, October 21, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Scottish drummer Patrick Kunka presents a recital of original music with a wide range of influences.
The Esterhazy String Quartet
Tuesday, October 21, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
The Esterhazy String Quartet will read and comment on several student compositions.
Julian Machet
Tuesday, October 21, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
A farewell recital from guitarist Julian Machet in his final semester at Berklee. Machet and his friends will play jazz, Latin jazz, and gypsy jazz in the France/Django Reinhardt style.
FunkHouse
Tuesday, October 21, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
FunkHouse kicks butt, but they also caress cheek. Their music is like being thrown out of a bar by a 350-pound bouncer and then waking to realize it was only a dream and your mother is lovingly waking you with a kiss. No, no, no...it's like having Mike Tyson, dressed in his finest evening gown, whispering sweet nothings in your ear, and then biting it off. They're the jazz equivalent of the iTunes visualizer. Or to put it another way: FunkHouse is an energetic blend of modern jazz, funk, blues, 20th-century classical, Indian classical, and European and American folk music, which create a funky, groove-oriented, fresh, and original sound. [details]
Berklee Celebrates 50 Years of the Bossa Nova, Featuring Oscar Castro-Neves
Tuesday, October 21, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Join in a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the bossa nova, featuring composer and guitarist Oscar Castro-Neves. Known for his sophisticated harmonic concepts and the exquisite texture and color of his orchestrations, Castro-Neves is equally well known for his distinctive guitar style.
[details]
October
22
Giancarlo De Trizio
Wednesday, October 22, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Drummer Giancarlo De Trizio will present a selection of funk and jazz tunes, both standards and originals.
The Esterhazy String Quartet
Wednesday, October 22, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
The Esterhazy String Quartet will read and comment on several student compositions.
October
23
Takeshi Ohbayashi
Thursday, October 23, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Takeshi Ohbayashi presents his acoustic jazz trio.
Tom Wandell
Thursday, October 23, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Original and standard jazz compositions presented by drummer Tom Wandell.
Senior Percussion Recital: Christian Moran
Thursday, October 23, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Drummer Christian Moran presents his senior recital.
Esterhazy String Quartet
Thursday, October 23, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
The Esterhazy Quartet will be in residence at Berklee October 20 through October 24. During this time, they will present a series of concerts and workshops. This event will be a performance by the renowned group.
October
24
Alex Stoyanov
Friday, October 24, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A selection of jazz standards and original arrangements performed by flutist Alex Stoyanov and his friends.
Nicholas Olaf: Goin' down to South Park
Friday, October 24, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Guitarist/musical director Nicholas Olaf presents songs from the hit TV show, South Park.
Yui Yamamoto
Friday, October 24, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
A set of house music from pianist/synth player Yui Yamamoto.
The Brakes
The Brakes / An Horse / Ann Driscoll
Friday, October 24, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
The Brakes are a genuine rock and roll band at first glance. However, given a closer look, elements of folk, jazz, and even post-rock reveal themselves, making their sound a distinct intertwining of American music, held together by insightful lyrics and memorable songs. Their musicality shines through as the members switch instruments, trading guitars, basses, and keyboards for trumpets and saxophones. The band's success is evident in the range of acts that this band has shared the bill with: from Dave Matthews Band to the Hold Steady, from Live to Willie Nelson and John Fogerty.
Also appearing: An Horse and Ann Driscoll [details]
$12 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center Box Office
Vuk Kulenovic Electric Symphony with Tibor Pusztai, Conductor
Friday, October 24, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Commissioned by Berklee College of Music, Electic Symphony is an orchestra of 32 musicians and is a synthesis of styles and instruments congruent with the culture profile of the institution. Composed by faculty member Vuk Kulenovic, this piece will be performed by Berklee faculty and conducted by Tibor Pusztai.
October
25
Encore Gala
Saturday, October 25, 6:00 p.m., Boston Park Plaza
Listen to the music of more than 150 exceptional faculty and student performers and mingle with special guests at Berklee's biggest party. Held annually for the past 14 years, the evening features live and silent auctions, including unique only-through-Berklee celebrity experiences and vacation packages, musical equipment, tickets to sporting and music events, and much more. All proceeds benefit the Berklee City Music Program.
For more information, see the Gala website.
Lights Resolve. Credit: Santiago Felipe
Lights Resolve / No Casino / Ionia
Saturday, October 25, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
Some dwell on the past and others get caught up in the future. Lights Resolve is a musical venture that draws upon both and lives in the now. Matthew Reich (vocals, guitar), Neal Saini (drums), and Sherman (bass, piano, vocals) were all members of a former band together. After experiencing the high and low points of a group dynamic that lasted over eight years, the three tight-knit musicians have built their new band around the concepts of friendship, respect, loyalty, and partnership. Lights Resolve just ended a national tour with the Used.
Also performing: No Casino and Ionia. [details]
$12 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center Box Office
KidsJam @ Berklee - Spooky Fun (but not scary) Songs and Stories
Monday, October 27, 11:00 a.m., Cafe 939
Cafe 939 is pleased to announce a new entertainment series for children
ages 3 to 5. During these workshops, Berklee Music Education students, led by Professors Libby Allison and Charlene Ryan, will have an opportunity to practice their skills in this fun and energetic, performance-style setting.
[details]
Free
Michael Weiss Clinic— Wayne Shorter's High Life: A Compositional Treasure Trove
Monday, October 27, 1:15 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
From his periods with Art Blakey, Miles Davis, and Weather Report, Wayne Shorter’s tunes have carved a permanent place in the standard jazz repertoire. However, Shorter’s post-Weather Report solo outings really display his supreme compositional prowess more than any previous recordings. Using Shorter's meticulously handwritten manuscripts, selections such as “On the Milky Way Express,” “High Life,” and “Pandora Awakened" will be examined in detail at this clinic by Michael Weiss. Serious composers and arrangers should take advantage of this rare opportunity to study the scores of this master craftsman.
[details]
Hiromi Suda
Monday, October 27, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Vocalist Hiromi Suda presents a set of jazz and Brazilian music.
presented by Barbara LaFitte
The 10th annual Octoboefest
Monday, October 27, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
The 10th annual Octoboefest features the oboists of Berklee in solo and chamber settings. A mix of classical, contemporary, and jazz styles using the elusive double reeds guarantees an interesting and innovative musical experience for all.
Zachary Nazar
Monday, October 27, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Hand percussionist Zachary Nazar presents his Professional Music final project.
October
28
Avishai Cohen Trumpet Clinic
Tuesday, October 28, 1:15 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Trumpeter Avishai Cohen is a leading figure on the international jazz scene and one of the most sought-after players of his generation—“an assertive and accomplished trumpeter with a taste for modernism,” according to Nate Chinen of The New York Times. Though deeply rooted in the bebop and post-bop tradition, Cohen is taking jazz in new directions. [details]
Blaque Lyte Presented by Brent Hebert
Tuesday, October 28, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Alto saxophonist Brent Hebert presents Blaque Lyte performing originals and covers in the styles of r&b, jazz, and funk. The band features Alex Bailey on bass, Luisa Carmarzo Mariano on vocals, Nick Estrella on guitar, Hebert, Jonas Imbert on drums and vocals, and Kyle Sousa on keys and vocals.
Neal Itzler
Tuesday, October 28, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Faculty guitarist Neal Itzler presents his quartet with special guest faculty and student participation, featuring the music of Soulive, John Scofield, Miles Davis, and originals.
FDM Project
Tuesday, October 28, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Under the direction of bassist Francesco Marcocci, this concert puts together the improvisational aspect of jazz, Pulu Indian, and African groove to translate the different influences of everyday life into music. The Fringe will join the show for the last two tunes.
October
29
Silvina Moreno
Wednesday, October 29, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
All the way from Argentina, vocalist Silvina Moreno presents her main influences and original songs in a one-hour show.
Mina Cho
Wednesday, October 29, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Cho and her band play her original songs inspired by South American traditional music and a great composer: Leo Blanco.
Senior Saxophone Recital: Ryder Cambrone
Wednesday, October 29, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Alto saxophonist Ryder Cambrone's senior recital will be a mix of jazz and fusion, including at least one original composition.
Younga Pi
Wednesday, October 29, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Younga Pi's recital features her own arrangements of standards with her great jazz band.
Sean Jones
Marsalis Berklee Jams featuring
Sean Jones
Wednesday, October 29, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
Sean Jones is a world-class trumpeter and composer who has released four albums on Mack Avenue Records and is featured on the Grammy-Award-winning Turned to Blue by Nancy Wilson. With each new project he adds a new style to his repertoire—modern bop, funk/soul, gospel—and on Kaleidoscope, his latest release, he showcases the music and voices of top-flight singers. This show will feature a brief set by Sean and his band that will segue into jam sessions with Berklee students.
Wednesday, October 29, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Jazz Composition Department faculty members perform in settings from small to large ensemble. Featured composers include Greg Hopkins, Ken Pullig, Marc Rossi, Bruce Thomas, and Phil Wilson. Tre Corda—the renowned trio of Eugene Friessen (cello), Hopkins (trumpet), and Tim Ray (piano)—will be special guests. [details]
October
30
Maya Kamoshita
Thursday, October 30, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A set from pianist Maya Kamoshita.
The Ilan Bar-Lavi World Jazz Quintet
Senior Guitar Recital: Ilan Bar-Lavi
Thursday, October 30, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
In guitarist Ilan Bar-Lavi's senior recital, his World Jazz Quintet—with Matan Chapnizka, Victor Gould, Haggai Cohen-Milo, and Jeff Fajardo—will be playing original music from its new CD. Don't miss it!
Katie Thiroux
Thursday, October 30, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Jazz from bassist/vocalist Katie Thiroux with her trio.
Gamelan Galak Tika and Ensemble Robot
Thursday, October 30, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Music for robots, gamelan, and other Western instruments by members of Gamelan Galak Tika and Ensemble Robot, presented by faculty member Ramon Castillo. Our sound mixes Balinese music, rock, jazz, funk, musique concrète, and ambient electronica. We are the only collaboration of Balinese Ggmelan and musical robots anywhere. The concert will feature works by Sachi Sato, Christine Southworth, Po-ChunWang, Midori Matsuo, and Ramon Castillo. [details]
Marsalis Berklee Jams featuring
Sean Jones
Thursday, October 30, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
Sean Jones is a world-class trumpeter and composer who has released four albums on Mack Avenue Records and is featured on the Grammy-Award-winning Turned to Blue by Nancy Wilson. With each new project he adds a new style to his repertoire—modern bop, funk/soul, gospel—and on Kaleidoscope, his latest release, he showcases the music and voices of top-flight singers. This show will feature a brief set by Sean and his band that will segue into jam sessions with Berklee students.
A blend of funk, jazz, and Brazilian music will be served by drummer Hyunjoong "Ekah" Kim.
Matt Witek
Friday, October 31, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Drummer Matt Witek presents his senior recital.
Senior Bass Recital: Tsukasa Magome
Friday, October 31, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Electric and acoustic bassist Tsukasa Magome presents a set of songs in Latin, Brazilian, jazz, funk, and rock styles for his senior recital.
November 2008
November
1
GNP Inc. Presents
An Evening with Joan Baez
Saturday, November 1, 8:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
American folk singer, social activist, and goodwill ambassador Joan Baez, whose career has spanned four decades, has become on of the foundations in the junction between traditional folk music and political activism. She has earned seven gold records and continues to raise the bar on the standards of contemporary folk music and its near-first-cousin pop, country, and rock.
Sunday, November 2, 8:00 a.m., Berklee Performance Center
American folk singer, social activist, and goodwill ambassador Joan Baez, whose career has spanned four decades, has become on of the foundations in the junction between traditional folk music and political activism. She has earned seven gold records and continues to raise the bar on the standards of contemporary folk music and its near-first-cousin pop, country, and rock.
Cafe 939 is pleased to announce a new entertainment series for children
ages 3 to 5. During these workshops, Berklee Music Education students, led by Professors Libby Allison and Charlene Ryan, will have an opportunity to practice their skills in this fun and energetic, performance-style setting.
[details]
Free
Yasser Tejada and Friends
Monday, November 3, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
A sextet will perform guitarist Yasser Tejada's original compositions in the styles of modern jazz, drum 'n' bass, funk, etc. Special guests from the Dominican Republic will play adaptations of standards and original compositions in their popular rhythms merengue, palo, bachata, and gaga.
Leah Gough-Cooper
Monday, November 3, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Alto saxophonist Leah Gough-Cooper presents a collection of original compositions and arrangements in the fusion/jazz style. This group will not fail to give you some of the most energetic and compelling music you'll hear all semester—you do not want to miss this great concert!
City Beats from the Southern Cone
Monday, November 3, 4:00 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Piazzolla Tango duets for violin and guitar and other South American music will be performed by Peter Alhadeff.
Music Therapy Recital
Monday, November 3, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
A Music Therapy recital directed by Karen Wacks.
Senior Trombone Recital: George Saenz
Monday, November 3, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A senior recital with jazz and Latin jazz with the George Saenz Septet and Big Band. Original compositions, and a feature on solo trombone.
Ghana: A Musical Landscape
Monday, November 3, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
From sub-Saharan caravan routes to thick Ashanti forests, traditional music is still vibrant among Ghana's 79-plus language and cultural groups. Under the direction of faculty percussionist Joe Galeota, the Berklee West African Drum and Dance Ensemble will collaborate with top Ghanaian performers including Bernard Woma, master of gyil (African xylophone); and renowned dancer Victor Nanai Agbeli.
November
4
Joshua Andrew Rona
Tuesday, November 4, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Vocalist Rona's "not-so senior" recital.
Casimir Liberski
Tuesday, November 4, 5:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Casimir Liberski's music is inspired by great jazz artists like Ornette Coleman, Keith Jarrett, and Masabumi Kikuchi, as well as contemporary classical music (Messiaen, Webern, Berg, Stravinsky). Liberski started to improvise on the piano since he was around seven years old and hasn't stopped. He doesn't believe in putting his music into a style or category. Sound has no parent; therefore, the idea is all there is. The idea is eternal.
Senior Percussion Recital: Devin Drobka
Tuesday, November 4, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A senior recital from drummer Devin Drobka consisting of multiple trio/duo formats as well as the Reactionary Orchestra.
New Vision: Emi Inaba
Tuesday, November 4, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Pianist/composer Emi Inaba presents original compositions and arrangements. The music of Emi Inaba is a unique and innovative blend of styles ranging from classical to modern jazz. This performance will be featuring her quintet with guest string section.
[details]
November
5
Mike Rossi Saxophone Clinic
Wednesday, November 5, 1:15 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Woodwind specialist Mike Rossi is a professor of jazz and woodwinds at the South African College of Music at the University of Cape Town. He was the first recipient of the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in jazz studies from the New England Conservatory of Music. He performs regularly at festivals and conducts workshops and master classes in Africa, Europe, and the United States. [details]
Shin Iikura
Wednesday, November 5, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Shin Iikura.
Manami Morita
Wednesday, November 5, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Manami Morita will present her original compositions and arrangements with her trio. This will be the last time you will see her trio at Berklee. Don't miss it!!
Senior Piano Recital: Juhye Jang
Wednesday, November 5, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Juhye Jang will perform some jazz standards and gospel tunes with a band.
Senior Bass Recital: Ben Melvin
Wednesday, November 5, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Electric bassist Ben Melvin presents a quartet for his senior recital performing a mix of jazz and funk tunes.
Devin Collins Idiolect presents The Numerology Suite / Ruby BC and the Band
Wednesday, November 5, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Drummer Devin Collins performs original compositions and free improvisations with his band including Greg Albert, bass; Tom Dowd, guitar; and Jeremy Vovosko, alto sax.
After that, an eight-piece band will perform original jazz fusion compositions and standards by Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Pat Metheny, and John McLaughlin under the direction of Ruby Biloskirka-Conley.
November
6
EungMin Cho
Thursday, November 6, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Guitarist EungMin Cho presents a set of jazz.
Soi Shin
Thursday, November 6, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
This is vocalist Soi Shin's recital. She is a jazz singer and composer from South Korea, who's influenced by Ella Fitzgerald, Al Jarreau, and Dianne Reeves. Her style includes all kinds of jazz music such as bebop, Latin, and contemporary styles. She will sing her own originals and arrangements of standards with her great jazz band. [details]
Jonathan Greenstein
Thursday, November 6, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Tenor saxophonist Jonathan Greenstein presents a set of his original music with Berklee's finest.
As the Loved One You Are
Senior Voice Recital: Jooyun Kim
Thursday, November 6, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Vocalist Jooyun Kim presents her senior recital, As the Loved One You Are.
This will be her recital wrapping up four years of study at Berklee. Pop/r&b and original songs will be performed.
G.H.R.: Rafal Rokicki and Friends
Thursday, November 6, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
A piano/bass/drums trio will perform original compositions in a mixture of jazz with European influences by group leader Rafal Rokicki with drummer Thomas Hartman and bassist Zak Croxall.
Sovereign Bank Music Series at Berklee
Eva Ayllón
Thursday, November 6, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
The great African-Peruvian singer and "Queen of Lando" performs her music with a student/faculty group led by Oscar Stagnaro.
Pianist Orlando Padilla Faxas presents an introduction of Dominican music and jazz with the combination of both.
Roy Guzman
Friday, November 7, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Puerto Rican guitarist/composer Roy Guzman performs original contemporary jazz works with his group.
Whitney C. Jones: Real Soul Music, Pt. II
Friday, November 7, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Vocalist Whitney C. Jones presents Real Soul Music, Pt. II.
Outback Concerts presents
Nanci Griffith
Friday, November 7, 8:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Whether performing her own poetically evocative material or the compositions of her influences, friends, and peers, Nanci Griffith possesses a powerful gift for inhabiting the songs she sings—for communicating unspoken intimacy and heartache through her tender voice and lilting, delicate phrasing.
Saturday, November 8, 7:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Idina Menzel's debut album, I Stand is a powerful collection of exquisite new songs written by the Tony Award-winning actress/singer/songwriter. With Idina's one-of-a-kind soaring voice and the talent of legendary Grammy-winning producer Glen Ballard, the final outcome is an album filled with pop tunes and heartfelt ballads--intimate yet universal stories of life, its challenges, relationships, and, of course, love.
Tickets on sale September 13, 2008, at 10:00 a.m.
London-based Julian Velard is that rarest of artists: a pop songwriter and a storyteller. Think Elvis Costello, Joe Jackson, Elton John, combined with Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, and Quentin Tarantino. A prolific songwriter and captivating live performer, Ari Hest is writing and recording new songs weekly and touring consistently in 2008 for her project 52.
$15 general admission, student discount available at the Berklee Performance Center box office
KidsJam @ Berklee - American Songs and Stories to celebrate our veterans
Monday, November 10, 11:00 a.m., Cafe 939
Cafe 939 is pleased to announce a new entertainment series for children
ages 3 to 5. During these workshops, Berklee Music Education students, led by Professors Libby Allison and Charlene Ryan, will have an opportunity to practice their skills in this fun and energetic, performance-style setting.
[details]
Free
Yumi Sugimoto
Monday, November 10, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Yumi Sugimoto will be performing a set of her original compositions and arrangements.
Kana Dehara
Monday, November 10, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Kana Dehara will be performing originals and jazz standards.
Senior Guitar Recital: Yani Moder
Monday, November 10, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Guitarist Yani Moder will play original compositions and some jazz standards for his senior recital. Exciting music from different parts of the world.
Alessandro Bellino Quartet
Alessandro Bellino
Monday, November 10, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
The Alessandro Bellino Quartet will play an eclectic mix of original, old, and new compositions.
Storytellers 2008
Monday, November 10, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Storytellers, in its 12th year at Berklee, features "the story behind the song," as told by some of Berklee's most talented pop/rock singers and songwriters under the direction of faculty member Didi Stewart.
November
11
LiveNation Presents
Susan Tedeschi
Tuesday, November 11, 7:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
The multi-talented musician has established a formidable reputation as a deeply expressive singer, a prodigiously talented guitarist, and a distinctive songwriter. Hope and Desire, Tedeschi's fourth album and her first for Verve Forecast, marks a substantial departure for the versatile artist, presenting her in the role of interpretive vocal stylist. [details]
Roland Vazquez: Intro to Music from the Afro-Latin Diaspora—a Historical Perspective
Wednesday, November 12, 1:15 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A lecture/demonstration presenting musical examples ranging from African songs and chants to Andalusian influences, moving through the development of contemporary Afro-Latin jazz. The clinic will consider certain defining social forces and events relative to the evolution of the forms we have inherited. [details]
Alejandro Carrasco
Wednesday, November 12, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Alejandro Carrasco mixes the tradition of flamenco with jazz.
Yuki Shibata
Wednesday, November 12, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Yuki Shibata presents a set for her recital.
Emi Inaba
Wednesday, November 12, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Emi Inaba presents her compositions for quintet.
Senior Guitar Recital: Yoshiki Hagimoto
Wednesday, November 12, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A set of instrumental rock from guitarist Yoshiki Hagimoto for his senior recital.
T Hartman Finale
Wednesday, November 12, 7:30 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
An eclectic mix of groove, funk, jazz, and fusion originals and arrangements will be performed by drummer Thomas Hartman and his group including bassist Zak Croxall and guitarist Rany Runyon.
November
13
Patrick Lui
Thursday, November 13, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Hong Kong jazz pianist Pat Lui presents tunes from his home arranged into straight-ahead jazz for a small group.
Daisuke Iwasaki
Thursday, November 13, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Daisuke Iwasaki presents his piano trio playing originals and jazz standards, free jazz, and Latin.
Hyunpill Shin
Thursday, November 13, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Tenor saxophonist Hyunpill Shin's recital—it don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing!
Senior Voice Recital: Miwa Watanabe
Thursday, November 13, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Vocalist Miwa Watanabe presents her senior recital.
Contemporary Writing and Production Department Faculty Concert
Thursday, November 13, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
This year’s annual concert by the Contemporary Writing and Production Department faculty will showcase CWP artist-in-residence composer/percussionist Roland Vazquez with an ensemble of Berklee faculty. Several of Vazquez’s compositions will be featured as well as new works by CWP faculty. The concert will focus on the music of the Afro-Latin diaspora as well as an eclectic mix of styles ranging from jazz to funk to world music. The concert is part of the Professional Writing Division's series featuring Latin American composers, and is led by Matthew Nicholl, chair of the CWP Department. [details]
November
14
Ramu Thiruyanam
Friday, November 14, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
A fusion of contemporary and classical music featuring Thiruyanam on the marimba and vibraphone.
Jeep Presents
Warren Miller's Children of Winter
Friday, November 14, 6:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Warren Miller's Children of Winter, the largest action sports film on the planet, is back for the 59th year! Presented in high definition, Children of Winter takes you on a global adventure to locations like Japan, Austria, Iceland, and more. [details]
Vocalist Kurata sings a combination of swing jazz, bebop, and other stuff.
Cara Dineen
Friday, November 14, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Vocalist Cara Dineen performs a combination of her original music, jazz standards, and well-known cover songs.
Senior Bass Recital: Hyunwoo Han
Friday, November 14, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Bassist and composer Hyunwoo Han presents his senior recital, where he will be performing a set of originals influenced by Wayne Shorter, Thelonious Monk, and Joe Henderson with his brilliant band.
November
15
Murder By Death
Murder By Death/William E. Whitmore/J-Roddy Walston and the Business
Saturday, November 15, 8:00 p.m., Cafe 939
The members of Murder By Death are emerging as true artists in the zero-boundary sense: cinematic storytellers whose albums come together in an essential whole, and players whose jaw-dropping performances make you yearn for the chance to experience their energy up close and in-person. Also appearing: William E. Whitmore, J-Roddy Walston and the Business.
[details]
Sunday, November 16, 7:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
The legendary producer, who has worked with Bob Dylan, Brian Eno, Peter Gabriel, Emmylou Harris, and U2, brings his band to the BPC stage to kick off his stay as Berklee artist-in-residence.
Guitarist Mitsuaki Sato performs a set of jazz standards.
Senior Bass Recital: Francesco Marcocci
Monday, November 17, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Double bassist Francesco Marcocci will present, as his senior recital, one of the projects he has been working on recently.
November
18
Jovol Bell
Tuesday, November 18, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Drummer Jovol "Bam Bam" Bell presents a set for his recital.
Hyunsil Mun
Tuesday, November 18, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Hyunsil Mun presents a set.
Senior Guitar Recital: Kee-Sung Keith Kim
Tuesday, November 18, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A progressive/hard rock and chapman stick performance, including video game music from guitarist Kee-Sung Keith Kim for his senior recital.
Singers Night
Tuesday, November 18, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Voice students from first to eighth semester are selected to perform an array of rock, r&b, gospel, folk, and original compositions under the direction of faculty member Joey Blake and the Singers Night Team.
November
19
Students of Mili Bermejo: Advanced Latin and Jazz Performance
Wednesday, November 19, 2:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A recital from faculty vocalist Mili Bermejo's class Advanced Latin and Jazz Performance, featuring eight singers with a rhythym section offering their interpretations of beautiful music from Latin America, including Argentina, Brazil, and Cuba. All arrangements are by students, combining elements of Latin music with a jazz aesthetic.
Yukiko Mayazaki
Wednesday, November 19, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Vocalist Yukiko Mayazaki.
Candomblé: Afro-Brazilian Rhythms of Resistance
Wednesday, November 19, 4:00 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Traditional music and dance from the Afro-Brazilian religion of Candomblé will be performed under the direction of Marcus Santos. Sponsored by the Latin Culture Celebration.
Senior Bass Recital: Sam Jun C. Lee
Wednesday, November 19, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Bassist/composer Sam Jun C. Lee will present his originals and arrangements of his favorite standards in styles including jazz, r&b, and gospel.
George Woods
Wednesday, November 19, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Guitarist George Woods presents a set.
Guitar Night: Jazz and Blues 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Guitar Department faculty Curt Shumate and Garrison Fewell will host Berklee Guitar Deptartment's Guitar Night concert at the Berklee Performance Center. The concert will feature five student-led ensembles featuring the best jazz and blues guitarists at Berklee.
November
20
Fall Flutes
Thursday, November 20, 2:00 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Berklee's stellar Flute Choir, under the direction of Woodwind Department faculty member Wendy Rolfe, will delight the audience with music from Brazil, France, and beyond. Come and hear featured flute soloists with guitar, piano, percussion, and more.
Minsun Park
Thursday, November 20, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist/composer Minsun Park features a program of all original compositions in the contemporary jazz idiom, with a jazz quintet and special guests.
Senior Percussion Recital: Beom Yul Yu
Thursday, November 20, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Drummer Beom Yul Yu presents a set of jazz and fusion for his senior recital.
Ko Tomita
Thursday, November 20, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Guitarist Ko Tomita presents his senior Professional Music major recital.
Latin Voices: Mili Bermejo & Eugene Friesen / Tersa Ines Group
Thursday, November 20, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Mili Bermejo and Eugene Friesen premiere their collaborative faculty/student project with Dan Greenspan on bass and Tim Ray on piano, featuring the Berklee String Orchestra with original arrangements of Latin songs, tango, folklore, and popular musics from Argentina, Mexico, and Brazil.
Vocalist and guitarist Teresa Ines and her group—including Nando Michelin, piano; Fernando Brandão, flutes; and Vinicius Pienasola, drums and percussion—perform music from the Brazilian tradition and jazz. Compositions by Edu Lobo, João Gilberto, and Aldir Blanc.
November
21
ChangWon Lee
Friday, November 21, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Guitarist ChangWon Lee.
Senior Violin Recital: Andrei Matorin
Friday, November 21, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
During his studies at Berklee, Brazilian jazz violinist and composer Andrei Matorin has been a two-time recipient of the Berklee Achievement Award, featured as a Boston Globe jazz pick of the week, and selected to participate in Betty Carter's prestigious JAZZ AHEAD program. He presents a set of original compositions as he fulfills his final requirements for his performance degree.
Jong-hun Song: JS Quintet
Friday, November 21, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Guitarist Jong-hun Song presents the JS Quintet, playing original contemporary jazz.
Comedy Central Presents
Jim Gaffigan
Friday, November 21, 7:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Jim Gaffigan has proven himself to be a major talent, beloved by a wide range of audiences after achieving milestones in stand-up, acting, and writing. As a stand-up comedian, Gaffigan’s clever, quiet style has earned him an unprecedented number of appearances on both CBS’s Late Show with David Letterman and NBC’s Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His recent one hour Comedy Central special entitled “Beyond the Pale” has made Gaffigan one of the most popular touring and recorded comedians in the country today.
Friday, November 21, 10:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Jim Gaffigan has proven himself to be a major talent, beloved by a wide range of audiences after achieving milestones in stand-up, acting, and writing. As a stand-up comedian, Gaffigan’s clever, quiet style has earned him an unprecedented number of appearances on both CBS’s Late Show with David Letterman and NBC’s Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His recent one hour Comedy Central special entitled “Beyond the Pale” has made Gaffigan one of the most popular touring and recorded comedians in the country today.
Tickets on sale June 6, 2008 at 10:00am
Saturday, November 22, 7:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Jim Gaffigan has proven himself to be a major talent, beloved by a wide range of audiences after achieving milestones in stand-up, acting, and writing. As a stand-up comedian, Gaffigan’s clever, quiet style has earned him an unprecedented number of appearances on both CBS’s Late Show with David Letterman and NBC’s Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His recent one hour Comedy Central special entitled “Beyond the Pale” has made Gaffigan one of the most popular touring and recorded comedians in the country today.
Saturday, November 22, 10:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Jim Gaffigan has proven himself to be a major talent, beloved by a wide range of audiences after achieving milestones in stand-up, acting, and writing. As a stand-up comedian, Gaffigan’s clever, quiet style has earned him an unprecedented number of appearances on both CBS’s Late Show with David Letterman and NBC’s Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His recent one hour Comedy Central special entitled “Beyond the Pale” has made Gaffigan one of the most popular touring and recorded comedians in the country today.
Tickets on sale June 6, 2008 at 10:00am
Cafe 939 is pleased to announce a new entertainment series for children
ages 3 to 5. During these workshops, Berklee Music Education students, led by Professors Libby Allison and Charlene Ryan, will have an opportunity to practice their skills in this fun and energetic, performance-style setting.
[details]
Free
Se-Eun Kim
Monday, November 24, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Pianist Se-Eun Kim presents a set of originals and funk and jazz standards.
Senior Guitar Recital: Alex Wintz
Monday, November 24, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Come see guitarist Alex Wintz's group perform a set of exciting and new original music for his senior recital.
The Navigator: A Stage Reading of a New Musical
Monday, November 24, 7:00 p.m., David Friend Recital Hall
Faculty composer Michael Wartofsky, librettist/lyricist Kathleen Cahill, director Daniella Topol, and a student cast present an original pop/Broadway love story and time-traveling sea adventure inspired by true events.
Senior Trumpet Recital: Yaure Muniz
Monday, November 24, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A journey through the different styles of jazz, Latin, and Cuban music from trumpeter Yaure Muniz for his senior recital.
Senior Guitar Recital: Boyan Hristov
Monday, November 24, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Guitarist Boyan Hristov presents his senior recital.
November
25
Chris Brouwers
Tuesday, November 25, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Trumpeter Chris Brouwers presents an evening of contemporary jazz, funk, and fusion, including original arrangements and compositions.
Senior Trombone Recital: Yasunori Fukami
Tuesday, November 25, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Light and heavy jazz music played by a variety of veteran musicians in the Berklee network presented by trombone player Yasunori Fukami for his senior recital.
November
26
Daniel Meron
Wednesday, November 26, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Daniel Meron.
Senior Guitar Recital: Pat Faherty
Wednesday, November 26, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A blend of rock, metal, and solo guitar from guitarist Pat Faherty for his senior recital.
December 2008
December
1
KidsJam @ Berklee - Songs from around the World
Monday, December 1, 11:00 a.m., Cafe 939
Cafe 939 is pleased to announce a new entertainment series for children
ages 3 to 5. During these workshops, Berklee Music Education students, led by Professors Libby Allison and Charlene Ryan, will have an opportunity to practice their skills in this fun and energetic, performance-style setting.
[details]
Free
Musical Theater Ensemble Performances
Monday, December 1, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Musical theater ensembles perform under the direction of Sharon Brown as a prelude to a December 16 BPC concert.
Senior Piano Recital: Junya Fukumoto
Monday, December 1, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Junya Fukumoto presents a senior recital of jazz standards and arrangements.
December
2
Senior Guitar Recital: Ville Vokkolainen
Tuesday, December 2, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Guitarist Ville Vokkolainen presents his senior recital.
December
3
Senior Guitar Recital: Raimon Castells
Wednesday, December 3, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Guitarist Raimon Castells will perform compositions in the nu-jazz idiom for his senior recital.
Absolutely Live Presents/Sovereign Bank Music Series at Berklee
Wayne Shorter 75th Birthday Celebration
Wednesday, December 3, 8:00 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
The saxophone legend and NEA jazz master Wayne Shorter celebrates his 75th birthday year with his first concert in Boston in more than five years, featuring his quartet with Brian Blade, John Patitucci, and Danilo Perez.
Cafe 939 is pleased to announce a new entertainment series for children
ages 3 to 5. During these workshops, Berklee Music Education students, led by Professors Libby Allison and Charlene Ryan, will have an opportunity to practice their skills in this fun and energetic, performance-style setting.
[details]
Free
Senior Bass Recital: Eric Thachuk
Monday, December 8, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Bassist Eric Thachuk presents his senior recital which will focus on a variety of styles, concentrating on tight grooves and solid bass playing. The set ranges from classical standards to more contemporary works.
December
9
Senior Saxophone Recital: Byron Colborn
Tuesday, December 9, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Baritone saxophonist Byron Colborn presents his senior recital featuring new takes on classic repertoire as well as original compositions.
December
10
Senior Voice Recital: Dana James
Wednesday, December 10, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A variety of styles from some of the most talented players at Berklee presented by vocalist Dana James. From musical theater to opera and blues, this will be a fun hour of musical expression.
December
11
Senior Guitar Recital: Tim Gruntman
Thursday, December 11, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Guitarist Tim Gruntman's long-awaited senior recital will be an eventful meeting of likeminded musicians performing a tasteful blend of blues, funk, and jazz.
Piano Students of Neil Olmstead
Thursday, December 11, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
The piano students of Neil Olmstead will present the music of Chopin, Scriabin, Bill Evans, and Herbie Hancock in solo piano settings.
December
12
Senior Guitar Recital: Abraham Ovadia
Friday, December 12, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Jazz guitarist Abraham Ovadia presents his final performance at Berklee with two different groups performing his original music plus standards and modern tunes as well. Guaranteed to be SWINGIN'!
Live Nation Presents
Martin Sexton
Friday, December 12, 7:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Singer/songwriter Martin Sexton has been hailed by Billboard as "the finest new male singer/songwriter of recent memory," as well as "a vocalist of amazing proficiency and sensual conviction." Sexton tours in support of his seventh record, Seeds.
Classical music featuring piano with second piano and piano with other instruments. From Bach to contemporary.
Fast Fingers over Straight Strings
Monday, December 15, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Apostolos Paraskevas presents his classical guitar students in modern works for one to five guitars.
Senior Voice Recital: Kasia Rokicka
Monday, December 15, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Vocalist Kasia Rokicka presents a set of originals for her senior recital.
A World of Strings
Monday, December 15, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
The Berklee String Orchestra performs jazz and world music featuring rhythm, improvisation, and special guest soloists under the direction of Eugene Friesen.
December
16
Advanced Vocal Performance Lab
Tuesday, December 16, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Advanced Vocal Lab students perform a variety of styles with rhythm section.
John Baboian's Advanced Guitar Performance Lab
Tuesday, December 16, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
The night features five student guitarists with bass and drum set, playing arrangements written specifially for the group. Selections span a variety of genres, including mainstream and contemporary jazz and Latin music. The group performs at the end of every semester.
Senior Guitar Recital: Mateus Starling
Tuesday, December 16, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A unique blend of jazz-fusion and Brazilian music, performed by Mateus Starling, guitar player from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for his senior recital.
December
17
Directed by Gwen Leathers
Vocal Styles Performance
Wednesday, December 17, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
A Voice Department-sponsored concert showcasing the vocal stylings of some of Berklee's best singers, directed by Gwen Leathers.
Directed by Laszlo Gardony
Piano Department Student Concert
Wednesday, December 17, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
The Piano Department's second-year performance majors come together for a recital featuring some of their favorite songs, led by Laszlo Gardony.
Directed by Bret Willmott
Bret's Frets
Wednesday, December 17, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
An advanced guitar ensemble with rhythm section, featuring some of the highest rated student performers at the college. Contemporary jazz/Latin compositions and arrangements of professor Bret Willmott and performing students.
Senior Saxophone Recital: Neil Sullivan
Wednesday, December 17, 7:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
Tenor saxophonist Neil Sullivan presents his senior recital.
December
18
Directed by Gwen Leathers
Vocal Styles Performance
Thursday, December 18, 4:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
A Voice Department-sponsored concert showcasing the vocal stylings of some of Berklee's best singers, directed by Gwen Leathers.
Directed by Laszlo Gardony
Piano Department Student Concert
Thursday, December 18, 4:00 p.m., Berk Recital Hall
The Piano Department's second-year performance majors come together for a recital featuring some of their favorite songs, led by Laszlo Gardony.
Eclectic Electrics
Thursday, December 18, 7:00 p.m., Recital Hall 1W
Contemporary jazz and fusion music arranged by Mark White for five guitars and rhythm section. Compositions by Billy Childs, Miles Davis, Markku Hietala, and others.
[details]
February 2009
February
5
Sovereign Bank Music Series at Berklee
Jazz as Condition: Mint Condition
Thursday, February 5, 8:15 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
Mint Condition is known for its great musicianship and dazzling live shows. Tonight the band will stretch out even further to show how jazz informs its sound.
The Great American Songbook: The Music of Burt Bacharach
Sunday, March 1, 7:30 p.m., Berklee Performance Center
With hit records in five decades, Burt Bacharach has earned his place among the great American popular songwriters. Tonight Berklee welcomes him to the songbook series that has featured the music of Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Stevie Wonder.
