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, bassist, arranger, and music director Daniel Chan presents a senior recital featuring delicate arrangements ranging from small groups to large 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.
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Past Events
Bass jam members (clockwise) Joe Dart, Lee Sklar, Steve Bailey, and Victor Wooten.
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.
Bass bash members clockwise from top left: Steve Jordan, Lee Sklar, Steve Bailey, Joe Dart, Victor Wooten
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 demonstrate and discuss all the aspects of their craft, in addition to the notes, that make a great performance, in the studio, and live. There is so much more to success than just playing the right notes.
Steve Jordan (top), and Bass Bash No. 1 members (left to right) Lee Sklar, Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Joe Dart
Steve Jordan, a household name in drumming, will share his experiences and insights into playing with some of the greatest bassists in history. He will be joined by Victor Wooten, Lee Sklar, Joe Dart, and Steve Bailey at Bass Bash 2026 as they explore groove, feel, and working together to make a song great.
Bass Bash No. 1 members (clockwise): Steve Jordan, Joe Dart, Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Lee Sklar.
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 open a three-day residency playing, talking, and sharing their paths to where they are today.
Bassist Mohini Dey will share her journey, including information about her musical background, technical development, use of social media, and what it takes to rise and stay there.