North Carolinian cellist and composer Peter Sumner presents a contemplative and dynamic set of original jazz music featuring a diverse band from the Berklee Global Jazz Institute.
Pianist and composer Liz Sinn has emerged as a sought-after collaborator within New England’s dynamic music scene, with her artistic roots grounded in Berklee College of Music. While her foundation lies in jazz, she brings equal mastery to Latin American, classical, musical theater, and pop genres.
Cypriot drummer and composer Dimitris Terpizis presents music from his Berklee Global Jazz Institute thesis project, tracing a journey of identity from disconnection to cultural belonging.
Zimbabwean guitarist Matt Greenwood presents a set of original contemporary jazz compositions, exploring sonic landscapes with cellist Peter Sumner and drummer Connor Sturge.
Slovak flautist, vocalist, and composer Mária Reháková presents a new suite blending Slovak folk and contemporary jazz, performed by a nine-piece ensemble from the Berklee Global Jazz Institute.
Klara Poznachowska, a Polish-Ukrainian harpist, presents the musical traditions of both cultures while exploring new possibilities for the instrument. Inspired by jazz and classical music, she brings a deeply personal connection to her heritage, all while pushing the boundaries of the harp’s expression.
Pianist and composer Esli Honore presents an evening of heartfelt original works, interpretations, and arrangements that blend gospel, jazz, and Afro-Caribbean influences. Give Thanks celebrates faith, resilience, and gratitude, drawing on Honore’s Haitian heritage and spiritual journey.
Vocalists Mariana Elosúa Serna and Merced Stratton present a story of sapphic discovery through musical theater repertoire with pianist Scott Nicholas.
Ajaeng player and vocalist Yoona Kim presents a special performance, CTRL+IMPROV, blending traditional Korean music with jazz, free jazz, and free improvisation. Her unique style combines the depth of Korean tradition with a modern jazz approach, creating an extraordinary musical experience.
The Berklee Global Jazz Institute Summit 16th Anniversary Celebration Concert honors the extraordinary legacies of Roy Haynes, Nikki Giovanni, Lou Donaldson, Benny Golson, and Quincy Jones, celebrating their profound influence on the global music landscape.
The Berklee Contemporary Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Julius P. Williams, will perform alongside an extraordinary jazz quintet featuring legendary bassist Ron Carter, saxophone virtuoso Joe Lovano, masterful pianist Kenny Werner, versatile drummer Ron Savage, and Italian saxophonist Marco Pignataro, the artistic director of Va Pensiero. This concert, part of the Festival of Italian Creativity 2024, is sponsored by the Italian Consulate of Boston.
Curated by Patricia Zarate Perez Creating a space to explore the multidimensionality of music and the connections between creativity, improvisation, science, spirituality, and the broader human experience.
Greg Loughman will be joined by a stellar cast of musicians to present a concert of groovy modern jazz, featuring original music as well as intriguing arrangements of jazz and popular songs.
Bell Thompson is a trumpet player and composer originally from Seattle, Washington. Thompson's melodic and expressive trumpet playing embraces the jazz tradition, and characterizes her unique artistic voice.
