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

Allison Miller will deliver a drum set master class with emphasis on compositional applications as part of the Harmony and Jazz Composition Department's Jazz Composition Festival. This event is presented in in conjunction with the Percussion Department.

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

Armin Morshed, a Persian composer, guitarist, and singer-songwriter, presents an evening of original jazz compositions alongside modern blues and fusion selections.

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

Violeta Lopez-Ibanez presents Everything, an original program blending jazz, R&B, Greek folk, Latin, and electronic influences.

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

Master saxophonist and Berklee alumnus Antonio Hart presents a workshop focused on live playing, constructive feedback, and historical context. The class will finish with a Q&A.

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

Singaporean-born jazz composer, pianist, and noise enthusiast Alvan Png presents their jazz composition senior recital. Joyful Noise features dynamic, challenging, avant-garde jazz originals, offering a bold statement on what jazz can be.

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

Three finalists will be selected to perform a 15-minute set with their bands or chamber ensembles at the Al Natale Scholarship Concert.

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

Jazz composer Alexander Ted Chen's senior recital will feature original compositions and arrangements.

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

Pianist and composer Jiayi Guo presents her compositional work highlighting traditional Chinese folk music through the jazz and improvisation idiom.

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

Bassist Ben Rachminov presents his senior recital with the band the Lunch Ladies, performing original songs written by the group that combine elements of rock and funk.

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

This performance is a dynamic and spirit-filled concert of contemporary Christian rock, pop, and gospel music performed by student worship leaders and led by Assistant Voice Professor Julie Kinscheck. The artists will be backed by a stellar band led by Guitar Professor Jim Peterson.

Admission
Free

Past Events

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

Drummer Stefan Fayman and his quartet present an evening of gratitude and high-energy music, blending jazz, fusion, and hip-hop.

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

Jazz vocalist and composer Rei Shimamura presents a diverse set of jazz standards, Brazilian music, bebop, and works by modern jazz composers, along with her own original pieces. Featuring a talented ensemble, this performance reflects her musical inspirations from around the world.

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

Jon Herington will perform his music and discuss how to develop the essential professional skills to be an in-demand side person.



 

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

Chaoran and his friends present a selection of his original jazz compositions, featuring both small and medium-sized ensembles.

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

Drummer Dylan Tamaroff presents his final performance at Berklee College of Music, featuring covers of his favorite compositions in jazz fusion, soft rock, and psychedelic rock styles.

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

Saxophonist and composer Patrick Bartley presents a wide-ranging master class.

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

Violet Qiu will present her original compositions with a jazz orchestra for her senior recital, blending jazz, funk, and folk influences.

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

Join drummer Justin Liu for a journey through J-pop and rock in his senior recital, celebrating the energy and artistry of Japanese pop and rock. This performance showcases the songs that have shaped his musical journey.

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

Riley Fitzgerald will lead a string ensemble and jazz combo for the debut of his original works at his senior recital. Combining his love of classical music and jazz, Fitzgerald presents an exciting evening of third stream and fusion.

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

Robert Ahearn presents his senior recital, featuring an ensemble of friends. The performance will include covers and original compositions that have been meaningful throughout his four years at Berklee College of Music.