Each year Berklee hosts visiting artist events with the most innovative performers and creators working today. Often only open to students, these clinics and master classes are opportunities for you to get an intimate and inside perspective of the industry.
Nabil Ayers, president of Beggars Group US, delivers the 32nd annual James G. Zafris Distinguished Lecture with Christopher Wares, assistant chair of music business/management at Berklee.
Image courtesy of the Berklee Music Business/Management Department
The 32nd annual James G. Zafris Distinguished Lecture series was held on Thursday, November 13 with guest speaker Nabil Ayers, president of Beggars Group US.
The artist and composer, who’s worked with Herbie Hancock, Robert Glasper, Common, and Sara Bareilles, leads a Berklee student ensemble at Cafe 939 on November 19.
The rap icon becomes the latest inductee, following luminaries such as Roxanne Shanté, Kid ’n Play, Edo G., the Floor Lords, and Prince Charles Alexander.
Acclaimed vibraphonist and composer Sasha Berliner will join a Berklee ensemble directed by Matthew Stevens for a special October 17 Signature Series performance at the Red Room at Cafe 939.
The acclaimed vibraphonist and composer joins a Berklee ensemble directed by Matthew Stevens for a special October 17 performance at the Red Room at Cafe 939.
Sasha Berliner performs as part of the Signature Series at the Red Room at Cafe 939 on Friday, October 17.
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.
Argentine musician Fito Paéz spoke to Berklee students on the Boston campus on April 14, 2025.
In a session hosted by the Mediterranean Music Institute, the influential Argentine musician encouraged students to reflect, question, and dance.
Josh Griffin, winner of the Choreography Award, and Hope Divine, winner of the Musical Theater Award, at the Career Jam concert and award show, a celebration of standout students from across majors and career paths.
Charlie Puth, Tiny Desk, top A&Rs, and more came together for a day of professional development and energetic performances. Here’s how it all went down.
