David Friend Recital Hall

The David Friend Recital Hall is located in the Genko Uchida building at 921 Boylston Street. Designed by architect Shizuo Harada, it is a semicircular performance space with a horseshoe-shaped balcony.

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Elena Koleva

Elena Koleva

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European Jazz: Odd Meters of the East
(EDT)
Canceled
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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This performance presents original jazz compositions and authentic Eastern European rural themes in odd meters arranged for a jazz sextet. 
 

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Metal Guitar Night
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Experience an evening of fierce metal riffage and shred-guitar pyrotechnics, featuring some of Berklee’s top metal guitar talent.
 

Admission
Free
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Fifth Season Quartet
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Elena Koleva and Plamen Karadonev present an evening of contemporary jazz, inspired by classical, world music, and Eastern European folklore. Fifth Season Quartet features Elena Koleva on vocals, Plamen Karadonev on piano and accordion, Greg Loughman on bass, and Austin McMahon on drums.

Admission
Free
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Berklee Greek Ensemble in Concert
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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This concert presents traditional Greek music from all over Greece with dancers.
 

Admission
Free
Hypercube

Hypercube Ensemble

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Hypercube Ensemble Presents: A Concert of Student Works
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Hypercube Ensemble presents a concert of student works, created through the Electronic Production and Design/Composition collaboration program. This performance marks the culmination of a six-month residency, during which teams of students worked closely with the ensemble to create new pieces blending instruments and electronics.

Admission
Free
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Features for Creatures
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The Manuel Kaufmann Jazz Orchestra performs mostly original post-bop compositions and focuses on feature arrangements that frame individual soloists in intimate, warm, and lush but also powerful and energetic settings.
 

Admission
Free
Peter Eldridge

Peter Eldridge

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Art of Song Reinvention Showcase
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Students from Peter Eldridge's Art of Song Reinvention class perform songs developed throughout the course of the semester with full rhythm section (with Eldridge on piano). Many styles are covered, from old soul tunes to pop to jazz.

Admission
Free
John Fedchock and Jennifer Wharton.

John Fedchock and Jen Wharton

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Jazz Composition Festival: Berklee Jazz Composers' Workshop Concert
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The Berklee Jazz Composers' Workshop Orchestra, directed by Ayn Inserto and Randy Pingrey, performs original student compositions and arrangements featuring guest artists John Fedchock and Jen Wharton as part of Berklee’s Jazz Composition Festival.
 

Admission
Free
Interior of the David Friend Recital Hall
Percussion Days 2026: Berklee Marimba and Percussion Ensembles
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The Berklee Percussion and Marimba Ensembles will be performing a variety of pieces written for percussion and marimba ensembles, as well as arrangements.

Admission
Free
Alberto Netto Trio

Left to right: Doug Johnson, Alberto Netto, and Gregory Ryan

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Percussion Days 2026: Alberto Netto Trio
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The Alberto Netto Trio presents an evening of vibrant Brazilian jazz, blending rich rhythms and soulful improvisation. Featuring styles such as samba, partido alto, bossa nova, and ijexá, the trio brings the spirit of Brazil to life through dynamic grooves and expressive melodies. Join us for this public concert and experience the energy, warmth, and musical traditions of Brazil in an intimate jazz setting.

Admission
Free

Past Events

Neil Leonard

Neil Leonard

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The Music of Neil Leonard
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Saxophonist, composer, and transdisciplinary artist Neil Leonard presents new works for jazz quartet, live electronics, and video in a performance coinciding with exhibitions of his work at both the Tate Modern and the Getty Center.

Shwesmo Live

Shwesmo

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Shwesmo Live Concert
(EDT)
Canceled
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Shwesmo is a Boston-based Israeli producer and guitarist who combines metal, fusion and Middle Eastern influences into a new electronic context. With vast experience as a composer and guitarist, along with unique sound design, Shwesmo is devoted to endless exploration and breaking musical borders. 

B Girls

B-Girls

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Stage:K Hosted by B-Girls
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Get ready for an electrifying night of K-pop as B-Girls take over David Friend Recital Hall. This high-energy concert showcases the iconic sounds and dynamic performances of the K-pop genre, featuring a full lineup of choreography-driven stages, live vocals, and genre-blending musical arrangements.

 

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Jazz and Justice Lecture
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The Honorable Steven M. Key, associate justice of the Boston Municipal Court Department of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth, will present the annual Jazz and Justice lecture, discussing the challenges and rewards of his work as a trial court judge, along with his inspiring connections to music.

Interior of the David Friend Recital Hall
Berklee Guitar Department Metal Guitar Night
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The Berklee Guitar Department presents a showcase of metal guitar students. 
 

Quincy Davis

Quincy Davis

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Percussion Days 2025: Armand Zildjian Artist-in-Residence Quincy Davis Drum Set Clinic
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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As part of Berklee Percussion Days 2025, in collaboration with the Armand Zildjian Visiting Artist-in-Residence Program, we are proud to present Quincy Davis, drummer, educator, band leader, and composer, for a clinic that will cover practical topics related to the art of jazz drumming, such as timekeeping, soloing, repertoire development, technique applications, and elements of American music history.

Interior of the David Friend Recital Hall
Percussion Days 2025: Marimba/Vibes Showcase
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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This program, a part of spring 2025 Percussion Days, features music by visiting guest vibraphonist and composer (and Berklee alum) Christos Rafalides and others performed by students of Nancy Zeltsman. 

Quincy Davis Quintet

Quincy Davis Quintet

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Percussion Days 2025: Open Rehearsal Featuring the Quincy Davis Quintet and Christos Rafalides
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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As part of Berklee Percussion Days 2025, in collaboration with the Armand Zildjian Visiting Artist-in-Residence Program, we are proud to present an open rehearsal workshop featuring drummer, educator, and composer Quincy Davis and vibraphonist, composer, and educator Christos Rafalides, along with quintet members Kori Park (alto saxophone), Aidan Arcangel (tenor saxophone), Isaiah Nygard (piano), and Aidan Gould (bass).

Quincy Davis Quintet

Quincy Davis Quintet 

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Percussion Days 2025: Quincy Davis Quintet and Christos Rafalides Concert
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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As part of Berklee Percussion Days 2025, in collaboration with the Armand Zildjian Visiting Artist-in-Residence Program, we are proud to present drummer, educator, and composer Quincy Davis and his quintet with vibraphonist, composer, and educator Christos Rafalides. The quintet members include Kori Park (alto saxophone), Aidan Arcangel (tenor saxophone), Isaiah Nygard (piano), and Aidan Gould (bass). 
 

Interior of the David Friend Recital Hall
Spring Brass Showcase
(EDT)
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The Brass Department presents Linda May Han Oh and Terri Lyne Carrington with special guest Luke Young.