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Arooj Aftab

Arooj Aftab ’10

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Arooj Aftab Makes the Music She Wants to Hear

The singular artist explores the juxtaposition of grief and joy, dark and light, in her distinctive sound.

Susan Tedeschi and Tiwa Savage

Susan Tedeschi and Tiwa Savage will headline Berklee's first Homecoming Block Party on September 19.

Berklee’s First Homecoming Brings Global Alumni to Boston for a Block Party Celebration

A multi-genre lineup featuring Susan Tedeschi, Tiwa Savage, Fabiola Méndez, Dreion, and more anchors a day of live music and connection for artists, students, alumni, and fans on September 19.

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Jacob Collier 

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Jacob Collier, Jill Scott, and Vinnie Colaiuta to Receive Honorary Doctorates at Berklee College of Music’s 2026 Commencement

The ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 9, with a concert honoring the artists the evening of May 8.

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Living in Boston: A Guide for Incoming Boston Conservatory Students

From navigating “the T” to balancing school with professional gigs, a current student shares her tips on living in Boston.

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Mei Semones BM ’22

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How Mei Semones Built Her Sound from J-Pop, Jazz, and Bilingual Songwriting

The indie-pop artist combines agile guitar lines, rhythmic shifts, and lyrics that move between English and Japanese.

Jonathon Heyward

Jonathon Heyward (BM ’14, cello)

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Cue the Change: Jonathon Heyward Is Making Classical Music More Relatable

Nicknamed “the Converse Conductor,” the Boston Conservatory alum holds top conducting roles in Baltimore and at Lincoln Center, bringing a fresh perspective to the podium.

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Illustration by Jack Flann

Just What Is Genre These Days, Anyway?

Understanding the business and art of genre-bending in 2026.

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Heat Wave: Inside Miami's Sizzling, Boundary-Blurring Latin Music Scene

In a city shaped by migration and exchange, Berklee alumni are helping drive a Latin music industry that spans continents, cultures, and sounds.

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Left: Headshot of Honorary Degree Recipient Beth Morrison, Right: Headshot of Honorary Degree Recipient Moses Pendleton. Headshots are separated by a thin blue vertical line.

Boston Conservatory at Berklee will present honorary doctorates to Beth Morrison (left) and Moses Pendleton (right) during the Conservatory’s commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9.

Beth Morrison and Moses Pendleton to be Honored at Boston Conservatory at Berklee’s Commencement Ceremony

Executive Director Michael Shinn will present honorary doctorates during the Conservatory’s commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9.

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Keefer Glenshaw is putting on a 24-hour performance art piece called Intention / Desire.

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This 24-Hour Performance Art Piece Needs Your Participation

Keefer Glenshaw's latest project is about collaborating with the Berklee community and beyond.

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Michelle Zalabak BM ’10

How Michelle Zalabak Found Her Dream Career in Music and Finance

The Warner Music Group deal analysis manager helps determine what artist catalogs are worth and how major music acquisitions take shape.

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