Berk Recital Hall

The Lee 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.

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

Join veteran bassist and Berklee alumnus Bryan Beller as he shares some insights into the bass, playing the music of the Aristocrats and Joe Satriani, and real-world knowledge of the music business. 

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

As she approaches graduation, Naichao Zhang presents a heartfelt performance that blends jazz influences with the melodies of Chinese pop. This recital is both a reflection of her artistic journey and a personal expression of identity—a meaningful farewell and a celebration of her growth through music.

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

Hong Yi Lim performs a mix of original music and covers in pop, R&B, and rock styles.

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

A lively set of R&B and pop favorites, delivered with groove, soul, and feel-good energy.

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

Voice principal and composer Ángela Meléndez, together with her band, presents an evening of music filled with energy, warmth, and sabor.

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

Koko Dynski brings her high-energy pop/rock sound to the stage with recent releases and classic rock covers.

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

Paolo Valdivia blends Peruvian rhythms with jazz and modern harmony in a concert of original works and unique arrangements.

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

Yaryna Tsymbal blends Ukrainian musical heritage with jazz, pop, and R&B in a set of original works and reimagined pieces.

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

Sylvia Khouri’s Small Song blends ambient electronic jazz with acoustic textures in songs about life’s subtle moments.

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

Elene and friends bring a fresh perspective to timeless rock, blues, and soul classics, reimagining the songs everyone knows and loves through their own unique sound and interpretation.

Admission
Free

Past Events

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

Grammy Award–winning musician Matt Rollings '86 will share his expertise as a producer, songwriter, arranger, and composer. 

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

Violinist and arranger Luna Lim performs a set of original songs and her own arrangements in a blend of funk and jazz styles.

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

Vocalist, producer, and engineer Madeline Donahue presents a night of alternative R&B music with jazz influences.  
 

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

Co-led by Juan Páez and Estéfano Gutiérrez, this performance aims to share their cultural heritage through music. Together with close friends, Páez and Gutiérrez explore traditional music from around the world through a contemporary jazz lens.

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

Steezy Lin consists of Stevv Tsui, Deezy Goyard, and Zllin, three hip-hop artists from China who ignite the stage with their original music, blending boom bap, trap, reggaeton fusion, and more.

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

Guitarist Eric Xie presents a Hiatus Kaiyote tribute. 

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

Vocalist Lauren Ahn's last performance before her graduation from Berklee.

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

Abby Volta is a singer-songwriter and bassist whose music takes inspiration from indie, goth, and folk music.

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

Jazz and gospel pianist Esli Honore will perform a tribute concert to the most iconic Caribbean and Haitian jazz compositions that have left an indelible mark on him. 

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

Sol Castell, an emerging artist from Panama, blends jazz-inspired spontaneity with her unique vocal storytelling. Honoring her heritage through her stage name, she crafts original music that reflects her evolving, honest, and versatile style.