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Press Release
October 7, 2025

Berklee will award a full-tuition scholarship to a gifted instrumentalist of Dominican descent during its 2026 Berklee in Santo Domingo program.

Press Release
September 19, 2025

A total of 14 alumni, including Miguel Zenón, Elsa y Elmar, Lewis Pickett, and Nicole Zignago, earned nominations.

Press Release
September 17, 2025

The weeklong contemporary music program will run January 5–10, 2026.

September 12, 2025

With Spinal Tap II: The End Continues hitting theaters and songs from KPop Demon Hunters ruling the charts, we take a look at how fake bands make real music.

Press Release
September 10, 2025

Mark Ethier, iZotope cofounder whose software is used by millions of musicians, joins as executive director.

September 4, 2025

The Grammy-nominated composer appears on this season’s soundtrack alongside Lady Gaga, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and more.

September 4, 2025

Assistant Professor Loren Benn and her family gave an emotional live performance of the Jason Mraz song on the show's quarterfinals episode. 

Press Release
August 28, 2025

The initiative celebrates the contributions of African American women to jazz and contemporary music.

August 22, 2025

Experiential Design Lab students take on creative briefs from Red Bull, Disney, and more, building portfolios and industry connections before they graduate.

Press Release
August 18, 2025

This year’s concerts feature Sasha Berliner, Samora Pinderhughes, and Rakim, alongside tributes to Bob Dylan, Duke Ellington, and Coldplay.