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.
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.
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.
Hailing from Hong Kong, aspiring bassist, arranger, and music director Daniel Chan performs a set featuring delicate arrangements and original music for both small groups and larger ensembles.
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.
Brent J. Schwartz presents the brent j. schwartz group, performing an eclectic mix of funky electronic grooves. Come hear new arrangements, soundscape explorations, and deep, improvised rhythms.
Between head-nodding grooves and thoughtful melodies, Ferran Rico’s music weaves together contemporary jazz, Central European harmony, his Mediterranean roots, and global influences—always grounded in the deep traditions of improvised Black American music.
Thomas Mulcahy, bassist and jazz composition major, presents his recital Love Letters, Beauty, and the Interior Life. An orchestra of outstanding musicians, under his direction, offers a reflection on the beauty of the interior life.
Aidan Bass and friends present a diverse mix of songs reflecting his Berklee journey in an eclectic celebration of musical influences and inspirations.
Swedish bass player Albin Sundström performs a set of original compositions and covers arranged for his own jazz group. The performance will meld different influences and aesthetics, ranging from post-bop and fusion to traditional Swedish music.
Oskar Cartaya delivers an interactive master class that blends music, history, and humor. From breaking down the myth of “where is 1” and demonstrating authentic Afro-Caribbean bass lines to exploring songwriting, arranging, producing, and sound—all from a bassist’s perspective—Cartaya offers students practical insight into both the art and craft of music.