Events

The Giorgio Albanese Group aims to explore different sounds and utilize them within the timbral alchemy of contemporary jazz. The group creates an energy and freedom that act as a blueprint for a musical performance, alternating between original compositions and reinterpretations of jazz standards. 

Presented by the Piano Department, this master class is offered to both performers and composers and will present perspectives on how to write and perform using odd meters. There will be a trio performance at the end of the workshop, led by faculty member Leo Blanco.
 

Described as a “brilliant pianist” by legendary saxophonist Benny Golson, Ms. Jeon has been featured on NBC’s “Weekend Today in New York”, and KBN, Korea’s National TV network channel. As a leader of her own band, Hey Rim Jeon & Friends, she has performed both nationally and internationally.

Chinese pianist and composer Longfei Li leads a sextet comprised of young Berklee talent, featuring Li's original compositions and arrangements of jazz tunes.

Faculty member Leo Blanco presents a second workshop/recital focused on odd meters. He will demonstrate exercises for performers and writers about using unusual time signatures in a musical way. 
 

Harold is a Cuban pianist who will perform some of his original compositions, mixing rhythms from his country with jazz.

Danny Darress, a jazz musician from Long Island, New York, performs original compositions, as well as arrangements of some of your favorite tunes. 
 

As a graduating senior studying jazz composition, Cindy Yin presents original works from throughout her time at Berklee, as well as tunes that are very close to her heart. With a sincere and grateful heart, Cindy awaits more challenge and adventure. 

Second-year performance majors in the Piano Department come together to perform a solo piece of their choice. 

Harold Charon will perform some of his original compositions, influenced by Latin music and jazz, with a little classical flair.