In Anthony Scibilia’s Global Jazz class I explored connecting visual art with music, composing pieces inspired by Van Gogh, Monet, Pollock, and Rauschenberg. Using my voice and even cardboard box samples, I performed for Joe Lovano and Danilo Perez — who praised the playfulness and
Jazz vocalist Lizz Wright visited Berklee’s vocal department, sharing her story and wisdom. From improvising with the hi-hat to learning phrasing from Shirley Horn and stagecraft from Dianne Reeves, her tips were inspiring and unforgettable.
I traveled to Denver and Tempe as a Berklee Student Ambassador to assist with auditions, connect with prospective students, and explore those cities between sessions.
Ed Saindon, my Berklee instructor, has published The Complete Guide to Improvisation — a 4-volume series on technique, harmony, and advanced soloing.
In a masterclass with Danilo Perez and Joe Lovano, Joe told me to deepen my sound — so I began breath support exercises like singing from a ball, yoga, diaphragm training, posture work.
(Dutch Blog) Reflections on Greg Hopkins and his musical “magic” — his teaching, influence, and what makes his approach inspiring.
Vivienne Aerts awarded a scholarship by the Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds to help finish her studies at Berklee.
Berklee hosted a Gagaku workshop and performance by the Kitanodai Gagaku Ensemble—rare instruments, spiritual sounds, and bridging Japanese court music with modern trumpet.
At Berklee’s concert honoring Art Blakey, students and alumni reunited to perform Jazz Messenger repertoire—celebrating legacy, improvisation, and group energy.
At the Berklee Global Jazz Forum, Jim Garzone and John Patitucci led masterclasses & performances, sharing deep musical insight with students and audiences.