Events

Tower of Power funk drum legend David Garibaldi and Living Color/Keith Richards innovative bassist Doug Wimbish will headline WesFest 2026. They will be joined by Berklee College of Music Visiting Scholar Victor Wooten and Bass Department Chair Steve Bailey. This all-star quartet will celebrate the life and legacy of Duran Duran bassist Wes Wehmiller ’92 and help raise funds to support the scholarship in his name.

Join drum legend David Garibaldi as he explores his career, technique, and innovation, and answers your questions. Garibaldi will be joined by artist-in-residence Victor Wooten and Bass Department Chair Steve Bailey.

Join bass innovator Les Claypool and Bass Department Chair Steve Bailey as they unpack the past, present, and future as it relates to Claypool, his music, his technique, and where it all leads.

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.

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.

Owen Reinders performs a set of original music, blending elements of jazz, rock, and funk into a unique sound.

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.

Egan Rogers's recital presents a set of high-energy cover songs spanning pop, jazz, and a fusion of both styles. 

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 Oliver Unger presents original music blending jazz and Brazilian influences with a contemporary approach.