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.
Brazilian cellist Thiago Wolf lights up the night with a fresh take on classic hits from music history, while also premiering original compositions alongside outstanding musicians on the Berklee Caf stage.
The Berklee Contemporary Cello Ensemble, led by Strings Department faculty member Jeremy Harman, performs an eclectic mix of cello-centric compositions and arrangements.
Satellite of Qantara (qantara means arch) brings to life a vision for the unbridled fusion of world jazz, Middle Eastern, Western classical, and Latin American music that transcends the boundaries of genre and geography. The ensemble's motto is "one planet, one music."
This informative session will discuss all aspects of the harp, including effective writing techniques, arranging for harp, and ways to use this beautiful instrument in your compositions.
The Berklee harp students present their annual recital, showcasing solo and ensemble performances of classical, contemporary, and original compositions.
Erhu principal Yu Chun Chan presents Lichtbogen, his first artistic direction project, which captures sparks of creative connection and his journey from Hong Kong to Boston. The concert features original music inspired by Kaija Saariaho, Steve Reich, the Mahavishnu Orchestra, Dream Theater, and more.
Led by violinist Jason Anick, the Jazz Violin Summit showcases and celebrates the talents of jazz violin faculty and top students at Berklee College of Music.
Have you ever been curious about how the violin and other bowed strings are played throughout the world? Come see the Global Strings Ensemble in concert, directed by Beth Bahia Cohen.
Violinist and composer Maya Leibowitz presents a wide spectrum of original pieces from her time at Berklee, featuring strings, horns, and rhythm section.
Join Canadian fiddler Clara Rose for a joyous celebration of her time at Berklee. There will be silly fiddle tunes, heartfelt sacred violin, maybe some jazz, a big party, and a lot of love.
Debuting Berklee’s first ensemble dedicated to the music of Jacob Collier, this performance promises inventive arrangements, complex harmonies, and fresh takes on some of Collier’s most beloved songs.
Home is a musical journey into the heart of tradition. Through the sounds of Chinese opera (戲曲), folk song (民歌), and regional vocal styles (腔), this concert celebrates the many voices of “home”—the places we come from, the paths we travel, and the stories we carry.
Led by violinist Jason Anick, the Jazz Violin Summit showcases and celebrates the talents of jazz violin faculty and top students at Berklee College of Music.
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.
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.