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.

Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
Alexa’s Recital
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Alexa, a voice principal, performs a dynamic mix of Afro-Cuban and samba music.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
BerryLive
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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BerryLive brings a unique blend of J-pop, ACG music, and electronic styles, featuring rearranged anime and original songs. Join vocalist Beccaberry and her band for a lively performance with choreography.

Admission
Free
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Manuel Valcarce Presents the Funky Internationals
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Pianist Manuel Valcarce presents the Funky Internationals, a band with a soul that knows no borders. Their performance features jazz standards alongside original compositions, blending global influences with a vibrant, dynamic sound.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
Che Che: Berkleesixiaozhi
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Vocalist Che Che presents a dynamic performance blending rock and fusion, showcasing powerful vocals and eclectic influences.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
Tyler Donkoh-Halm's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Ukulele principal and multi-instrumentalist Tyler Donkoh-Halm performs his senior recital. This recital will feature original compositions and covers with a unique blend of jazz, R&B, folk, and pop.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
Jhon Martez's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Trumpet player and vocalist Jhon Martez presents his senior recital, seamlessly blending R&B, jazz, and soul influences. 

Admission
Free
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Renée's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Swiss singer-songwriter Renée blends jazz, soul, R&B, and pop in a captivating tribute to music's timeless icons. With powerful vocals and fresh arrangements of classics by Etta James and more, she breathes new life into beloved melodies. 

Admission
Free
Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
Percussion Days 2025: The Berklee Phineas and Ferb Ensemble
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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The Berklee Phineas and Ferb Ensemble is a group of talented Berklee students coming together to pay tribute to the beloved animated show Phineas and Ferb by playing a selection of nostalgic songs from the show. The setlist will include fan favorites such as "Squirrels in My Pants," "Busted," "Gitchee Gitchee Goo," and many others.

Admission
Free
Ebba Dankel

Ebba Dankel

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Ebba Dankel's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Pianist, vocalist, and composer Ebba Dankel presents her senior recital for her jazz composition major.

Admission
Free
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Moojin Chang's Jazz Composition Senior Recital
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Moojin Chang’s jazz composition recital showcases his growth as a guitarist, arranger, and composer. Featuring his refined composition techniques, this performance builds on his 2024 recital, offering a deeper look into his musical journey.

Admission
Free

Past Events

Matt Rollings

Matt Rollings 

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Matt Rollings on Producing Songs and Artists
(EST)
Canceled
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Grammy Award–winning musician Matt Rollings '86 will share his expertise as a producer, songwriter, arranger, and composer. 

Stanley Clarke

Stanley Clarke

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Stanley Clarke
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Bass icon Stanley Clarke will conduct an open master class on the ingredients that made him a pioneering virtuoso doubler on both acoustic and electric bass, including what he studied, what he assigns students, and how to make the transition from each. 


Hosted by Berklee's Bass Department and Steve Bailey.

Liam Luo

Liam Luo

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Liam Luo: Chapter Four
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Liam Luo presents Chapter Four, his fourth recital performance at Berklee. This recital will feature covers and original tunes from different genre such as R&B, old school rock, and funk.

Riya Lakshman

Riya Lakshman

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Riya Lakshman's Spring Concert
(EDT)
Canceled
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Violinist and composer Riya Lakshman presents an evening of Indian-Western jazz fusion, performing her original compositions and arrangements with her brilliant band.

Tom Maor: "Dunes" Album Release Concert

Tom Maor 

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Tom Maor: "Dunes" Album Release Concert
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Tom Maor, a drummer and composer, along with his band, will be celebrating the launch of his debut album Dunes. The album seamlessly incorporates elements ranging from jazz to post-rock and everything in between.

SMV

Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller, and Victor Wooten.

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SMV—How and Why Three Bass Icons Joined Forces to Make Music and Tour the World
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller, and Victor Wooten are all innovators and major forces in the music world. Hear about the ins and outs of joining forces and touring the world as a bass trio, what led to it, and why.

Bartender on Rock II

Garen Chen

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Bartender on Rock II
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Garen Chen presents a setlist of 80's glam rock and heavy metal such as Queen, Aerosmith, and Iron Maiden.

Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
Yue Yu: 蛹
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Vocalist Yue Yu presents her senior recital.

Stanley Clarke and Lenny White
Stanley Clarke and Lenny White—Bass & Drums
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Stanley Clarke and Lenny White are one of the iconic bass/drum powerhouses among the ranks of Ron and Tony, David and Rocco, and Bonham and Jones. Their relationship throughout jazz and jazz fusion is legendary. Come find out why!

Interior of the Berk Recital Hall
Zoe Pang: Ringo No Uta
(EDT)
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Zoe Pang performs covers by Tokyo Incidents and Sheena Ringo with her friends.