Events

Joaquín Valdebenito: Means of rebellion

Joaquín Valdebenito

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Joaquín Valdebenito: Means of Rebellion
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Chilean born saxophone player Joaquín Valdebenito looks to combine traditional Chilean music with various genres in jazz. Means of Rebellion is an opportunity to combine the sound of Chile with modal, spiritual, and free-jazz.
 

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Free
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Yuval Cohen Workshop
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Saxophonist and educator Yuval Cohen presents a master class.

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Free
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Wendy's Senior Recital
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Wendy Zhang’s senior recital blends R&B, jazz fusion, and cinematic pop in a reflective program of reimagined songs and originals marking her Berklee journey.

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Free
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Jcici: Half Asleep, Half Awake
Canceled
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Jcici presents Half Asleep, Half Awake, a dynamic recital that blends pop and traditional Chinese–inspired songs with high-energy metal fusion. Featuring vocals, dizi, and suona, the performance explores the tension between calm introspection and explosive passion through sharply contrasting musical worlds.

qiyi xin

Qiyi Xin

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Qiyi Xin: When Love Turns Blue
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Qiyi Xin presents a millennial-inspired R&B set with fusion elements.

Admission
Free
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Chuyi Wang's Recital
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Flutist Chuyi Wang performs a program featuring select covers and original compositions.

Admission
Free
Tyler White

Tyler White

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Tyler White and His All-Star Big Band
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Tyler White leads an all-star big band of students as he presents his original compositions and arrangements as a baritone saxophone soloist. The program features the music of Thelonious Monk; Grey Larsen and Sam Amidon; Sam Gendel and Sam Wilkes; and Art Farmer, Al Cohn, and Gerry Mulligan.

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Free
Jean Strauss Senior Recital

Jean Strauss

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Jean Strauss's Senior Recital
Red Room at Cafe 939
939 Boylston Street
Boston
Massachusetts
02115
United States
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Jean Strauss, a saxophonist and composer from Cape Town, South Africa, plays his senior recital at Berklee College of Music.

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Free
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Alexander Ted Chen: In the Clouds
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Jazz composer Alexander Ted Chen's senior recital will feature original compositions and arrangements.

Admission
Free
Noa Zebley's Senior Recital

Noa Zebley

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Noa Zebley's Senior Recital
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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What is the sound of community? Inspired by the spirit of connection, baritone saxophonist Noa Zebley presents original compositions and arrangements using the audience (yes, you!) as a featured musical voice.

Admission
Free

Past Events

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Syos (Shape Your Own Sound) Mouthpiece Interactive Workshop
Canceled
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Pauline Eveno, president of Syos (Shape Your Own Sound), a maker of customizable, 3D-printed saxophone, clarinet, and trumpet mouthpieces, presents an interactive workshop featuring ample opportunity to test the products.

Kenny Garrett tribute

Keye Xin

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Keye Xin: Kenny Garrett Tribute
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Alto saxophonist Keye Xin performs a set of music by Kenny Garrett. Xin will be joined by his friends, and together, they will explore Garrett’s influential sound and style.

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Melissa Aldana Clinics
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Woodwind Department visiting guest artist Melissa Aldana presents a series of clinics.
 

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Melissa Aldana Clinics
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Woodwind Department visiting guest artist Melissa Aldana presents a series of clinics.
 

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Melissa Aldana Clinics
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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Woodwind Department visiting guest artist Melissa Aldana presents a series of clinics.
 

Saxophone

Saxophone

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William Silvio Quartet
Canceled
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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The William Silvio Quartet presents a dynamic blend of jazz and fusion, featuring original works by the group alongside compositions by legendary vibraphonist Mike Mainieri.

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Harry Skoler Quintet
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Experience the evocative sounds of Harry Skoler’s latest release, Red Brick Hill, reimagined for a quintet featuring clarinet, trumpet, and rhythm section. This performance showcases Skoler’s new compositions alongside a premier lineup: Jeff Stout (trumpet), Harry Skoler (clarinet), Neil Olmstead (piano), Barry Smith (bass), and Casey Scheuerell (drums).

Matt Walsh - Senior Recital

Matt Walsh

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Matt Walsh's Senior Recital
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Saxophonist Matt Walsh says goodbye to Berklee with a selection of jazz standards and original compositions.

Autumn Flutes, Woodwinds, and Piano

Autumn Flutes, Woodwinds, and Piano

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Autumn Flutes, Woodwinds, and Piano
David Friend Recital Hall (DFRH)
921 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02115
United States
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This performance features the Berklee Flute Choir and the Autumn Winds and Piano Ensemble, led by Woodwind Professor Wendy Rolfe. Lively and lyrical music—ranging from Bach to contemporary works, and from Romantic to Latin styles—will delight audiences of all ages.

Grady O’Connor

Grady O’Connor

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Grady O’Connor's Compositional Bash
Berk Recital Hall (1A)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Saxophonist and composer Grady O’Connor and his band present an evening of original jazz compositions and arrangements.