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Students perform at the ICA — Image by Kelly Davidson

Berklee’s Summer in the City Returns with Free Concerts Throughout the Boston Area

The series features Berklee students, faculty, and alumni performing at popular venues throughout the city and beyond.

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Alf Clausen, Composer for The Simpsons, Dies at 84

Alf Clausen ’66 won two Emmys during his 26-year career on the iconic animated series.

Producer J. Rawls at Berklee — Image by John Davenport

The Most Underrated Hip-Hop Producers, According to J. Rawls

The producer who's worked with Mos Def, Talib Kweli, the Roots, and Common, joined a panel on campus where he talked about the "inherently expansive" nature of hip-hop.

robing room graduation 2025 — Left to right: David Bogen, Berklee executive vice president for academic affairs and provost; honorees Sara Bareilles and André 3000; and Berklee President Jim Lucchese

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Berklee Honors André 3000 and Sara Bareilles at 2025 Commencement

This year's honorary doctorate recipients were recognized for their profound influence as artists and innovators across culture.

Kevin Haden — Kevin Haden begins his appointment as Boston Conservatory at Berklee's dean of music on July 1.

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Kevin Haden Announced as Dean of Music for Boston Conservatory at Berklee

The educator and multifaceted artist will lead the school’s Music Division starting July 1.

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.

Six Boston Conservatory Alumni Nominated for Tony Awards

More than 30 alumni from schools across Berklee contributed to this year’s Tony-nominated productions.

Close up of hands using a digital sampler in a studio environment — Image by Kelly Davidson

Electronic Music Genres: A Guide to the Most Influential Styles

Discover some of the many types of electronic music and how they’ve shaped contemporary music.

Park National — Park National will be the first band to tour Europe with the Berklee Popular Music Institute this May.

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Berklee Popular Music Institute Announces UK Festival Debut and Tour Dates

For the first time, BPMI will bring Berklee-affiliated artists and students to the European live music market.

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CBS Boston: Berklee Students Showcase Their Musical Talents at Boston Calling's Special Stage(Opens in a new window)

The Boston Globe: Berklee Community Takes the Stage at Boston Calling(Opens in a new window)

WHDH-TV: Sara Bareilles, Andre 3000 Given Honorary Doctorates at Berklee College of Music Commencement(Opens in a new window)

‘Makes me happy’: Inclusion Ensemble Features Musicians with Physical, Neurological Disabilities(Opens in a new window)

WBUR: Next Generation of Concert Tour and Broadway Dancers Train in New Program(Opens in a new window)

Boston 25: Berklee Professor Creates First-of-its-Kind Class(Opens in a new window)

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Piaf! The Show

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Mei Semones and John Roseboro

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AViVA and Demi the Daredevil

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Home studio set up with mixing console, monitor, and speakers on either side — Image by Maddie Ross, courtesy of Tape Op magazine

Building a Home Recording Studio? Here’s What You Need.

Experts break down the home studio setup and share tips to create a pro-level recording space on any budget.

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Bob Clearmountain — Pioneering mixing engineer and producer Bob Clearmountain will receive an honorary doctorate from Berklee NYC on June 28.

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Bob Clearmountain to Receive Honorary Doctorate at Berklee NYC Graduate Commencement

The legendary mixing engineer and producer, known for his work with Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, and the Rolling Stones, will be honored on Saturday, June 28.

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Betsie Becker Named Executive Director of Berklee NYC

A veteran arts and education leader, Becker brings a strategic vision for academic innovation and community partnership to Berklee’s New York City campus.

Antonio Sánchez — Promo photo for Antonio Sánchez's 2022 album, SHIFT

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Antonio Sánchez ’97 to Deliver Keynote at Berklee College of Music’s Graduate Commencement

The ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 26.

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