Academics
With an array of undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as summer, international, and precollege offerings, Berklee College of Music provides options for students of all levels to explore and achieve their artistic, academic, and career potential.
Hailing from Hong Kong, bassist, arranger, and music director Daniel Chan presents a senior recital featuring delicate arrangements ranging from small groups to large ensembles.
Enrique Perez and friends present a set of music by Earth, Wind & Fire, Luther Vandross, Jaco Pastorius, and James Brown. The performance features a horn section and soloists performing selections rooted in funk.
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.
Chinese bassist Zhi Zuo presents a recital featuring a selection of his favorite jazz and fusion tunes, as well as standards, performed with fellow Berklee musicians.
Multi-instrumentalist Harry Van der Meer presents his senior recital, featuring a collection of music ranging from intricately rhythmic jazz to grunge and rock ’n’ roll.
Bassist Nico Jin presents a program of original compositions that reflect his musical journey, performed alongside the colleagues and mentors he has learned from along the way.
Bassist Nicholas LeBlanc presents a program of fusion, rock, and jazz covers. The performance will showcase some instrumental compositions, some vocal pieces, and some improvisational solos by members of an ensemble.
Bassist, vocalist, and songwriter Noa Ben David presents an evening of original music blending R&B, jazz, and alternative rock. Her performance features rich harmonies, synths, and emotionally honest storytelling with a modern edge, moving seamlessly between intimate moments and high-energy grooves.
Join Lee Sklar (James Taylor, Phil Collins), Joe Dart (Vulfpeck), Steve Jordan (John Mayer, the Rolling Stones), Victor Wooten (Béla Fleck, Chick Corea), and Steve Bailey (Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Walsh, Jethro Tull) as they wrap up a three-day residency jamming, talking, and answering questions about their music and careers.
Joe Dart (top) and Bass Bash No. 1 members (left to right): Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Lee Sklar
Joe Dart, bassist with Vulfpeck, gives us insight into his unconventional path to success with Vulfpeck, and as an in-demand bassist, writer, and producer. Dart will be joined by Victor Wooten and Steve Bailey who will ask the good questions, and maybe even get to the bottom of what is the best fingering for "Dean Town."
Legendary bassist Lee Sklar discusses the techniques behind his 25,000+ recordings and global arena tours. Joining him are Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten.