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.
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.
Fiddle player Cara Lauzon presents a musical memoir of traditional and original music. This world music journey is accented by stories and poetry drawn from her life of travel, adventure, and curiosity.
Fiddler and songwriter Sam Stage brings a colorful collection of musical inventions to life with help from an all-star cast of friends and mentors who have lit his path.
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.
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."
The Berklee Contemporary Cello Ensemble, led by Strings Department faculty member Jeremy Harman, performs an eclectic mix of cello-centric compositions and arrangements.
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.
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.