May 17, 2014

Joe Lovano played my composition!

While studying phrasing with Joanne Brackeen, I asked Joe Lovano to play one of my compositions for an assignment — he not only played the melody but improvised on it. An unforgettable moment that inspired me to hear my music in a whole new way.

April 16, 2014

Cheryl Bentyne

Berklee hosted a masterclass with Cheryl Bentyne of the Manhattan Transfer. She shared insights on simplicity, song meaning, joy, and staying true to the music — an inspiring session from a legendary jazz vocalist.