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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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Ju Wu presents a performance that blends melodic fingerstyle, rock, and progressive metal. Influenced by Tim Miller, Rick Graham, and John Browne, Wu's music features intricate melodies, dynamic arrangements, and skilled technique. 

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Guitarist Sebastian Rodriguez will present a recital showcasing the culmination of his four years of study at Berklee College of Music. While the guitar is his primary instrument, Rodriguez will also incorporate MIDI instruments into his performance, offering a diverse musical experience.

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Talented and creative students chosen from auditions early in the semester perform both original compositions and new versions of compelling cover tunes with Peter Eldridge (piano and vocals) in an intimate setting. Duets, trios, and more explore many genres.

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

The Be-Bop Guitars(Opens in a new window) is a student guitar ensemble featuring some of the better guitarists at Berklee. The music is from the jazz/Latin/blues genres. The music features five guitarists and rhythm section playing intricate arrangements that feature the individuals as well as the ensemble. 
 

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Students from Peter Eldridge's Vocal Perspectives of Songwriting classes perform original compositions developed in class during the course of the semester. 
 

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

South Asian vocalist and performer Alankrita Gaurav presents a set of covers and original work in an array of styles and languages, with a band and musicians specializing in genres such as R&B, alt/indie, fusion, and more.

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Violinist, composer, and arranger Luna Lim presents Dear to My Heart, a personal senior recital featuring favorite pieces and originals. Blending contemporary, classical, and cinematic influences, the performance showcases fresh arrangements by her friends, creating an intimate and immersive experience.

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

A spring concert lead by D. Schächter featuring selected students from her classes entitled Self-Accompanying Techniques for piano. Students will apply techniques learned during the semester and will be creating their own unique arrangements!
 

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Contemporary jazz for five guitars and rhythm section led by faculty guitarist Mark White.
 

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Free
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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

This concert will showcase piano faculty Tim Ray and student pianists from his class entitled the Music of Jarrett, Hancock, and Corea. They will perform well-known classics composed by jazz piano legends Keith Jarrett, Herbie Hancock, and Chick Corea, along with standard pieces associated with their work. 

 

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Free

Past Events

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Albino Mbie, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents SP-RRPRJ Ensemble.

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Billy Kilson, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents Small Band Jazz/Billy Kilson Small Band Jazz Ensemble.

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Cyrus Hays places the utmost emphasis on forming a group that pays ultimate respect to the rich tradition of the blues, a genre that has deeply influenced music from the Delta to New York. 

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Robert Schlink, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents Blues Rock Ensemble.

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Billy Kilson, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the Electric Jazz Ensemble.

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

In his senior recital, saxophonist Plex Park will perform songs that have shaped him both musically and personally.

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Albino Mbie, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents Sp-R&B Ensembles.

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Drummer and composer Sam McClurg presents a night of improvised music.
 

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Tom Appleman, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents Tom Appleman's Mixed Pop Ensemble.

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Oliver Colvin Recital Hall (1W)
1140 Boylston Street
Boston
MA
02215
United States

Phil Grenadier, a professor in the Ensemble Department, presents the Miles Davis Acoustic Ensemble.