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Press Release
December 20, 2024

De Groot, a former student of the American Roots Music Program, was recognized for her unique sound and skill with the clawhammer banjo.

December 20, 2024

Take a look at some of our best stories of the year, including announcing our next president, hosting André 3000, and learning from the alumni shaping Latin music's future.

December 16, 2024

In her US television debut, the Grammy winner performed “Raat Ki Rani,” backed by a band that included fellow alumni Maeve Gilchrist and Engin Kaan Gunaydin.

December 10, 2024

Country has exploded in popularity as new artists—and fans—flood in.

December 9, 2024

Read about how the soft-rock genre has weathered the test of time, and listen to a playlist of some of the best yacht rock songs, from Christopher Cross and Toto to Steely Dan and Thundercat.

December 9, 2024

Lucchese, whose career as an entrepreneur and lawyer has focused on helping musicians, becomes Berklee’s fifth president in January.

Press Release
November 22, 2024

The internationally renowned artists will instruct jazz composition students, lead ensembles, and teach master classes.

November 15, 2024

The Miami-based alumni—along with collaborator and Latin Grammy winner Ela Taubert—share their insights and advice for up-and-coming artists looking to break into the industry.

Press Release
November 15, 2024

Juan Luis Guerra ’82 won four Latin Grammys, including two of the most prestigious awards: Record of the Year and Album of the Year.

November 14, 2024

From Big Thief and Lizzy McAlpine to DOMi & JD Beck, Kenny Beats, Arooj Aftab, and more, Berklee acts have always owned the Tiny Desk stage.