The Brosamer/Dong Collective is a progressive jazz fusion group led by Bailey Brosamer and Esther Dong, blending individual expression and eclectic influences into a unified, cathartic sound.
Esther Dong is a half Chinese, half Korean jazz composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist, and sound artist. Drawing from her diverse musical roots, she will present a collection of original works for both small and large ensembles—music deeply grounded in personal stories and lived experiences. This program is an expressive and honest reflection of her artistic journey.
Liam Luo presents Chapter Eight, his eighth recital at Berklee. This performance will include Luo's original music that he has written in his jazz composition courses.
Groovejuice (Marco Salazar) presents an original set for their senior jazz composition recital, drawing from a catalog of more than 30 works that blend neo-soul, Latin, rock, fusion, and more.
Join us for the 40th annual Fall Together concert, featuring original works by the Jazz Composition Department faculty performed by the faculty jazz orchestra.
Under the direction of Ayn Inserto, assistant chair of the Harmony and Jazz Composition Department, and Professor Randy Pingrey, the Berklee Jazz Composers' Workshop Orchestra will perform original student works and arrangements.
Emerging jazz composer Zhengtao Pan presents his original compositions for jazz orchestra, featuring selections from his debut album alongside pieces from his upcoming second album.
Riley Fitzgerald will lead a string ensemble and jazz combo for the debut of his original works at his senior recital. Combining his love of classical music and jazz, Fitzgerald presents an exciting evening of third stream and fusion.
Grammy-winning saxophonist, composer, and current Ken Pullig Visiting Scholar Miguel Zenón will perform at Berklee as part of the Jazz Composition Festival. A visionary artist blending jazz with the rich traditions of his Puerto Rican heritage, Zenón will lead the Ken Pullig Visiting Scholar Ensemble alongside Berklee students in a dynamic program of his original compositions.
Rei Shimamura, a jazz vocalist and composer, presents her original compositions alongside a talented five-horn jazz ensemble. Drawing inspiration from the sounds she discovers on earth, she brings her voice to life through her music.
