Oliver Colvin Recital Hall

Oliver Colvin Interior

Located in the 1140 Boylston Street building, the Oliver Colvin Recital Hall is a venue at the heart of Berklee's performance action. The venue hosts hundreds of events each year, including faculty concerts, senior concerts, and visiting artist clinics and master classes. Most Berklee students lead their first concert in this hall and it is their introduction to performing at the college. Events are free and open to the public, giving the Boston community an opportunity to hear the rich and diverse talent that resides on campus.

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The Creative Voice: The Art of Vocal Improvisation
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Explore the art of vocal improv with members of the award-winning New York Voices.

Admission
Free
Simon Davis

Simon Davis

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Immortal Timeless Nature: The Music of Simon Davis
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Simon Davis presents a recital inspired by nature and reflection, drawing on influences such as Bon Iver, Coldplay, and Novo Amor.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Matthew Martin: Movin' and Groovin'
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Drummer Matthew Martin performs some of his favorite rock, pop, disco, and indie songs that have influenced his playing and shaped who he is as an artist.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Tyler Harmon's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Guitarist Tyler Harmon performs a program of original works, arrangements, and covers, with several special surprises planned for a memorable evening.

Admission
Free
Mikey Mousaw

Mikey Mousaw

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Mikey Mousaw's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Mikey Mousaw sings a collection of musical theater tunes spanning the golden age through contemporary repertoire. The program draws from favorite previous roles, dream roles, and additional selections that reflect his experience with the genre.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
We Black Folk
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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We Black Folk is a folk festival created by Cliff Notez and HipStory that celebrates folk music by Black artists. Please join us for an evening celebrating, preserving, and evolving Black folk traditions through music, storytelling, and community engagement.

Admission
Free
Su's Senior Recital

Su Li

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Su Li's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Pianist Su Li presents a recital featuring classical and jazz piano music. The program includes original improvisations and piano arrangements.

Admission
Free
Oliver Unger

Oliver Unger

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Oliver Unger's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Bassist Oliver Unger presents original music blending jazz and Brazilian influences with a contemporary approach.

Admission
Free
Interior of the Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Tempo Strokes and Tunes
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Jon Hazilla, along with with Rebecca Cline on piano and Keala "Special K" Kaumeheiwa " on bass, will explore the possibilities of tempo strokes and tunes from the Great American Songbook.

Admission
Free
Enrique Perez gets FUNKY

Enrique Perez (right)

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Enrique Perez Gets Funky
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Enrique Perez and friends present a set of music by Earth, Wind & Fire, Luther Vandross, Jaco Pastorius, and James Brown. The performance features a horn section and soloists performing selections rooted in funk.

Admission
Free

Past Events

Evan Fort's Senior Recital

Evan Fort

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Evan Fort's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Evan Fort will be playing a set of original music with a small combo, inspired by artists such as Aaron Parks, Brad Mehldau, and Kiefer.

Moon Star

Moon Star

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Moon Star
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Moon Star is a rock band that blends jazz and world music influences to create a unique sound. Their repertoire includes songs by Chick Corea, Kansas, TOTO, and Black Sabbath, as well as non-Western artists such as Dhafer Youssef, Ilaiyaraaja, and M.S. Viswanathan. The set also features original jazz-rock compositions by the band's drummer and leader, Akash Nandakumar.

Interior of the Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Sam Scarnavack's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Sam Scarnavack performs originals and covers in the styles of blues and country.

Anoop Banerjee and Avinash Shukla

Anoop Banerjee and Avinash Shukla

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Timeless Ragas, Modern Instruments
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Berklee's Liberal Arts and Sciences Department presents Timeless Ragas, Modern Instruments, a master class and clinic.


 

 

Interior of the Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Nicole Castilla-Villamil's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Colombian-American singer and performer Nicole Castilla-Villamil performs pop, Broadway, Latin pop, and Latin songs by different artists.

Matthew Ashley

Matthew Ashley

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Matthew Ashley’s Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Bassist Matthew Ashley presents a show filled with music from his time at Berklee. 
 

Jikhan Jung Trio

Jikhan Jung

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Jikhan Jung Trio
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Pianist Jikhan Jung's recital will feature various jazz-style performances. Influenced by many contemporary jazz musicians, he aims to present a creative and experimental musical experience to the audience.

Xavier senior recital

Xavier Hogan

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Xavier Hogan's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Bassist Xavier Hogan presents a mix of jazz and original music, inspired by his time at Berklee College of Music. This performance offers a laid-back and easygoing atmosphere.

Aidan Petersen

Aidan Petersen

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Aidan Petersen's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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New York drummer and composer Aidan Petersen presents his senior recital, featuring a mix of original compositions and fresh arrangements of familiar tunes.

Sarah Psaila's Senior Recital

Sarah Psaila

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Sarah Psaila's Senior Recital
(EDT)
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States
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Join Sarah Psaila and her band for an afternoon of music that reflects her time at Berklee College of Music. This performance will be piano-driven, featuring synthesizers and organ, and showcasing an array of genres and styles to celebrate her growth, creativity, and work.