Omar Hakim on the Melting Pot of American Music

Omar Hakim on the Melting Pot of American Music

The drummer, composer, and producer has performed with the biggest names in music without becoming typecast.

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Chris Bolte holding a large boom mic against a stylized graphic background featuring multicolor silhouettes of him. — Chris Bolte '16

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meta fellowships berklee 1 — Applications are now open for 2026–2027 META fellowships, which provide mentorship, workshops, and professional development for educators and teaching artists.

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