Berk Recital Hall

The Lawrence and Alma Berk Recital Hall is located on the ground floor at the 1140 Boylston Street building. It was named in honor of Berklee's founder, Lawrence Berk, and his wife, Alma. The venue hosts hundreds of events each year, including faculty concerts, senior concerts, and visiting artist clinics and master classes. Events are free and open to the public, giving the Boston community an opportunity to hear the rich and diverse talent that resides on campus.

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Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Singer-songwriter Taylor Frances presents Confessionals, her senior recital showcasing the original music from her album of the same name. The honest storytelling of her work creates a unique amalgam of genres, turning personal reflection into a shared musical experience.

Admission
Free
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(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Idriemeka Bailey presents Guided, a recital shaped by her influences and artistic identity.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Drummer Ben Fowler performs a set of jazz classics featuring works by Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, and Pat Metheny.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

For his senior recital, trombonist Colin Marcel presents a program that bridges classical, jazz, fusion, and Latin styles.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Second-year performance majors in the Piano Department come together to perform a solo piece of their choice. This recital is one of three recurring concerts at the end of each semester and is led by Laszlo Gardony, a professor in the Piano Department.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Pianist Christina Wang presents her senior recital.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

The tune writing ensemble meets weekly, with each member of the ensemble writing a new tune each week. This concert will be a survey of the best tunes written in the past semester.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Second-year performance majors in the Piano Department come together to perform a solo piece of their choice. This recital is one of three recurring concerts at the end of each semester and is led by Laszlo Gardony, a professor in the Piano Department.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Auditioned vocal soloists team up with Voice Professor Peter Eldridge to arrange and perform songs tailored specifically to their unique talents. The concert showcases a wide range of musical genres, including original compositions created especially for this event. Performances will feature both full rhythm section arrangements and intimate duo settings with Eldridge at the piano.

Admission
Free
Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Pianist Jisoo Park presents his senior recital, featuring a selection of jazz tunes.

Admission
Free

Past Events

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Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

David Fiuczynski, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the Improv 21st Century Grooves Ensemble.

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(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Jacques Schwarz-Bart, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the Roy Hargrove Ensemble.

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Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Ian Forman, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the Small Band Jazz Ensemble.

Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Neal Smith, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the Small Band Jazz Ensemble.

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Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

South Korean trumpet player Justin Kwak presents a dynamic recital exploring bebop and swing, showcasing his deep connection to jazz traditions and improvisation. 
 

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Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Mark Copeland, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the R&B Gospel/Jazz Ensemble.

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Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Anthony Nembhard, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the R&B/Funk Rating 5 Ensemble.

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Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Darren Barrett, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the Mixed Styles Rating 4 Ensemble.

Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

John Roberts, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the R&B/Hip-Hop Ensemble.

Event Dates
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Saxophonist George Fulton presents his senior recital at Berklee College of Music.