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Patrick Doyle

Patrick Doyle

Michael Carlo

Press Release
Patrick Doyle, Internationally Acclaimed Composer, to Receive Honorary Doctorate at Berklee Valencia’s 2025 Commencement
May 2, 2025

The ceremony will be held on Monday, July 7. 

Andrew Durand headshot: grinning in front of a black backdrop.

Boston Conservatory alum Andrew Durand (BFA '08) received his first Tony nomination in the category of Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his role in Dead Outlaw. 

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Four Boston Conservatory Alumni Nominated for Tony Awards
May 1, 2025

Fifteen alumni from Boston Conservatory at Berklee and Berklee College of Music contributed to nominated productions ahead of this year’s Tony Awards ceremony.

Anne Howarth plays the French horn with green blurred background suggesting the outdoors
Q&A with Brass Faculty Member Anne Howarth
April 30, 2025

The horn player discusses her love for chamber music, commissioning new works, and preparing students for the future of classical music. 

Kauner Michael MM '20

Kauner Michael MM '20

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Weaving Sounds Into Stories: The Sonic Journey of Kauner Michael MM ’20
April 30, 2025

Producer and mixer Kauner Michael ’20 shares his journey from Berklee Valencia to Los Angeles, discussing his creative philosophy and relationship to sound design.

Sara Bareilles

Sara Bareilles

Meet Berklee's 2025 Commencement Honorees
April 29, 2025

Presenting Berklee's honorary doctorate recipients.

André 3000

André 3000 will receive an honorary doctorate from Berklee College of Music at its 2025 commencement. 

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Press Release
André 3000 and Sara Bareilles to Receive Honorary Doctorates at Berklee College of Music 2025 Commencement
April 29, 2025

The ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 10, with a concert honoring the artists on May 9.

Headshot of Tania León (left) and Kelli O’Hara (right)

Boston Conservatory at Berklee will present honorary doctorates to Tania León (left) and Kelli O’Hara (right) during the Conservatory’s commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10.

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Tania León and Kelli O’Hara to be Honored at Boston Conservatory at Berklee’s Commencement Ceremony
April 29, 2025

Executive Director Michael Shinn will present honorary doctorates during the Conservatory’s commencement on Saturday, May 10.

Filo MM '24 wows American Idol judges.

Filo MM '24 wows American Idol judges.

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Berklee Valencia Alum Stuns American Idol Judges on His Journey to the Top 14
April 28, 2025

Filo Ebid(Opens in a new window) MM ’24 is continuing his remarkable journey from Berklee Valencia to the national stage of American Idol.

Francisco Mela and Kim Perlak performing on stage

Francisco Mela and Kim Perlak performing in January 2025

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Listen to Kim Perlak and Francisco Mela’s New Album, Recorded in a Single Afternoon
April 25, 2025

The duo’s debut album, Spaces, recorded live without edits or overdubs, is a testament to risk-taking, real-time connection, and crossing musical boundaries.

President Jim Lucchese at State of Berklee
State of Berklee Follow-Up
April 23, 2025

President Lucchese shares the student-centered strategic direction framework.