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Avalon Reed joined Berklee Online’s Songwriting and Producing Music bachelor’s degree program after leaving the US Marine Corps, where she played flute from 2017-2021. Avalon decided to enroll at Berklee Online to learn how to turn the voice memos in her phone and lyrics in her journal into recorded music, a talent that came to the forefront during eight months of bootcamp.

One of the twists in Avalon’s Berklee Online journey happened when she took the Music Publishing 101 course with Thomas Valentino, Esq. as part of her program requirements and discovered a fascination with copyright law. Leading up to Berklee Commencement, Avalon is studying to take her LSATs with hopes of attending Vanderbilt Law School.

Jimmy Mowery, from Altoona, PA, began his Berklee Online bachelor’s program in 2018. During his first year, he auditioned for The Voice season 16, performing “Attention” by Charlie Puth. Adam Levine and John Legend turned their chairs, and Jimmy chose team Adam.

Jimmy will be walking at this year’s Berklee Commencement for earning his bachelor’s degree in Songwriting. His post-graduation plans include buying a home with his wife, building his own studio, and recording his demos.

“I’ve loved how much Berklee has helped me be more consistent with songwriting because before that, it was more like a chore,” he says. “It’s made me a much better songwriter, just learning the formulas and ins and outs of everything. I’m really proud of just how far I’ve come with my writing.”

High profile copyright expert E. Michael Harrington tells the tale of bringing the Civil Rights-era anthem, “We Shall Overcome” into the public domain.

‘We Shall Overcome’: E. Michael Harrington on Freeing a Civil Rights Song to Public Domain

In 2022, Bob Corson from Ottawa, Canada, was starting to think about retiring from his career in cybersecurity, when he discovered Berklee Online. He enrolled in a few guitar courses, just to see if he liked it. After one semester, he began Berklee Online’s Guitar Performance bachelor’s degree program and stepped back from his full-time job. Now Bob is graduating from Berklee Online, but his pursuit of music education isn’t stopping anytime soon.

“I’m really hungry to continue to learn,” says Bob. “I swore I was going to be a professional musician, and then life took turns. So to propel myself forward a little bit towards that item on the bucket list and still wanting to learn, I think that that’s my takeaway.”

You’ve got a great idea for a song, now what should you do in order to develop it? That’s what instructor Ben Camp attempts to help you answer in this video from the Berklee Online graduate-level course, Songs Unmasked: Techniques and Tips for Songwriting Success.

Advanced Songwriting Techniques: Song Development, Structure, Gestalt, Chords, Lyrics, etc. Download Your Free Songwriting Handbook Now: https://berkonl.in/3wSocKIEarn Your Songwriting Degree Online with Berklee: https://berkonl.in/3wNQbv0You’ve got...

Graduating Berklee Online’s Music Business bachelor’s degree program represents an array of accomplishments for Jaymee Senigaglia. What started as a project for her coursework, turned into a successful launch of her own youth theater program: Stage Presence Performing Arts Studio in the Bay Area. Jaymee employs 18 total staff members, two of which are Berklee students.

“We’re just trying to create a more inclusive, diverse, and kind space for kids,” she says, about her studio. “I launched the program last summer and I couldn’t believe it was profitable, so we immediately planned the next one as soon as that one ended. And then in the middle of all of this, I actually got hired to do a school show. And so as I was writing my capstone, I was dealing with the scenarios in real time.”

Meet Domina Monriel, a talented music composer currently lending her skills to the short films of the campaign “Eho Epignosi,” with the Εθνική Συμφωνική Ορχήστρα (Ε.Ρ.Τ.) - Greek Radio Symphony Orchestra recording her compositions. In December 2023, she scored acclaimed photographer Serhat Alavci’s exhibition “Tabloid Tales,” displayed at Labirent Sanat Gallery in Istanbul, Turkey.

“Berklee Online has enabled me to connect with individuals of diverse ages, backgrounds, and experiences. This opportunity has been particularly rewarding, as it has allowed me to forge friendships and establish connections across the globe with individuals actively engaged in the industry.”

May the Fourth be with you! If you observe Star Wars Day, what better way to celebrate than with this lesson excerpt from Berklee Online’s History of Film Music course. Explore how a long time ago in a galaxy not so far away John Williams and his music became such an essential aspect of this beloved franchise.💫

John Williams and the Music of ‘Star Wars' In honor of Star Wars Day on May 4, explore how John Williams and his music became such an essential aspect of the beloved franchise.

Emphasis is a relative trait. An idea can only be emphasized relative to something else—so for an idea to feel emphasized, you need a second idea against which to emphasize it. That’s the idea that instructor Ben Camp puts forth in this video from the Berklee Online graduate-level course, Songs Unmasked: Techniques and Tips for Songwriting Success.

Advanced Songwriting Techniques: Emphasizing Ideas | Beat Emphasis | Prosody | Lyrics | Song Titles Download Your Free Songwriting Handbook Now: https://berkonl.in/3wSocKIEarn Your Songwriting Degree Online with Berklee: https://berkonl.in/3wNQbv0Emphasis i...

On May 11, members of Berklee Online’s class of 2024 will gather in Boston to take part in this year’s Commencement ceremony, alongside their Berklee campus peers. Read the inspiring stories of six Berklee Online graduates as they reflect on their experiences and share what’s in store for their futures. 🎓🎉❤️

Berklee Online's Class of 2024: A Testament to Tenacity Read the inspiring stories of Berklee Online graduates from the class of 2024 who reflect on their experiences and share what's in store for their futures.

Alumni, what advice do you have for upcoming Berklee Online graduates? 🎓

Meet Larrisha, a self-taught music producer, singer-songwriter, and the owner of Risha’s Rhymes, a business where she teaches piano and voice to children of all ages. Larrisha’s aim is to use music to positively impact children’s lives by broadening their minds and fostering an appreciation for music as a whole. She is actively working on her newest upcoming gospel album entitled “Expansion,” which will be released in the near future.

“The instructors at Berklee Online were incredibly helpful, open, approachable, and willing to assist with anything and everything. They were also very compassionate, not only regarding assignments but also outside of school.”

Prince Charles Alexander may have engineered some of the most iconic rap recordings of the ’90s, but it wasn’t until he listened to the Notorious B.I.G. that he realized how much it mattered.

Prince Charles Alexander on Hip-Hop and Recording the Notorious B.I.G. Berklee Online music production instructor Prince Charles Alexander talks about helping engineer some of the most iconic rap recordings of the '90s.

“Thanks to Berklee Online, I’ve had the flexibility to raise and bond with my two-year-old while managing two jobs and full-time studies. Unlike previous college experiences, Berklee’s program has been uniquely supportive. This time around, I feel like I’ve retained so much more knowledge and have grown significantly as a woman, mother, and artist.” - Dara J

On Thursday, May 9 at 4 PM ET, tune in for an AI & Music Live Q&A, with special guest Carlos Arana, the course author of Berklee Online’s new AI for Music and Audio course, enrolling now. Carlos, along with Academic Advisor Mark Hopkins and Associate Director of Audio Technologies Gabriel Ryfer Cohen, will answer your questions about this rapidly-evolving technology in real time. Register now: https://berkonl.in/44eNwdJ

“My experience at Berklee Online has been both fruitful and integral. Over the past four years, I have had the opportunity to meet numerous friends, colleagues, and inspiring mentors. Additionally, I created a group of Berklee Online students in my city, Lima, Peru. Together, we regularly gather to exchange knowledge, and we’re planning to expand and establish a songwriting club and attend concerts in the future!” - Nicolas Larco Forero

“My experience was amazing. Berklee Online enabled me to pursue a music education on my own terms. As a sensitive person, I thrive in environments I can control. I struggled through elementary, middle, and high school. Though I loved learning and excelled academically, the large classrooms with bright lights and sound distractions posed challenges for me. Transitioning to online schooling allowed me to control my learning environment and alleviate a lot of external stress. Plus, every day is bring your cat to school day—truly the best thing ever.” - Caitlin King 🎓😻

Transmedia means “across media.” In this video from the Berklee Online course The Language of Film and TV, instructor Lori Landay says we’ve only begun to understand how transmedial production and consumption is changing how we understand what it means to tell and experience a story.

What is Transmedia? The Language of Film and Television | Lori Landay | Berklee Online | TV & Media Download Your Free Composing for Film, TV and Games Handbook: https://berkonl.in/3wOX4MwEarn Your Music Composition Degree Online: https://berkonl.in/3X25RoS...

“I particularly loved Berklee Online because it allowed me to complete my degree remotely, at a lower cost, while still providing the same high-quality learning experience as in-person classes, and attaining comparable credentials.” - Josh DeVigili

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Meet Lervis. He is in the final stages of producing a 5-track EP with his instrumental band, NOZAF, known for their innovative fusion of R&B/soul, hip-hop, and jazz influences. In addition to his role in NOZAF, Lervis juggles his time as a sideman bassist, music educator, and occasional contributor to music production and media composition projects.

“I chose Berklee Online because of the freedom it offered, allowing me to select my preferred classes and study on the go, all without having to turn down any gigs.”

In this interview with 34th Street Magazine, Julia Pratt, a student at Berklee Online, provides insight into her musical journey.

Julia Pratt on Finding Belonging Between Her Melodies This Philadelphia native is making songs that she wants to listen to and we can't get enough.

One week from today, Berklee professor Scarlet Keys can show you incredible things in her new $99 Masterclass, The Songwriting Secrets of Taylor Swift. Sign up now and tune in Wednesday, May 1 from 7–9 PM ET to explore the blueprint of Taylor Swift’s songwriting, dissecting the magic of her lyric writing, metaphors, earworm musical hooks, and how she builds empathy as a storyteller and composer to reach a global audience. Sign up now: https://berkonl.in/43rq3W1 😻🎶

Susan Rogers—a course author for Berklee Online’s Master of Music in Music Production degree—worked as Prince’s staff engineer from 1983-1987. She discusses an average day with Prince.

Susan Rogers on Recording with Prince Hear from Susan Rogers--who teaches the graduate course Psychoacoustics in Music Production for Berklee Online--about recording with Prince.

“I love the flexibility of being able to work on my education whenever and wherever, as well as the ability to learn at my own pace and make lasting connections with other people in the industry. I even had the opportunity to go on tour last fall while managing a full course load, and my instructors were very supportive. During my time at Berklee Online, I connected with people from all over the world. Attending Berklee Onsite last year allowed me to meet many new individuals who have since become part of my close network. Overall, I have had such a great experience with Berklee Online!” - Jessica Jordan

The concept of partials is critical to music and pitch perception. This video from the Berklee Online course Music Cognition by Susan Rogers details that complex waves can be broken down and described by their individual sine components; these are called partial tones or overtones.

Music Cognition: Partials, Harmonics, Inharmonic Sound, Pitch, Overtones & the Fundamental Frequency Access Free Music Resources: https://berkonl.in/3HPNkYLThe concept of partials is critical to music and pitch perception. This video from the Berklee Online ...

Today is , making it a perfect time to listen to songs about climate change and the environment, while reflecting on ways we can embrace our collective responsibility. 🌎🌳

Songs about Climate Change and the Environment Earth Day is April 22, and now is a great time to listen to songs about climate change, and reflect on ways we can lean into our collective responsibility.