Quincy Jones standing amidst a seated crowd at Berklee commencement in 1983

Quincy Jones at the 1983 Berklee commencement ceremony, where he was awarded an honorary doctorate.

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Remembering the Rare and Extraordinary Life of Quincy Jones

With the passing of the legendary musician, composer, arranger, producer, and all-around media mogul, Berklee remembers one of its earliest and most prominent alums with a tribute and a retrospective playlist.

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André 3000 spoke to students at the Berklee Performance Center.

Image by Elizabeth Friar

André 3000 at Berklee: 'Respect Your Taste—That's All You Got'

On tour for New Blue Sun, the iconic artist and his band sat down for a sprawling conversation on staying excited about music, trusting your instincts, and—what else—flutes.

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Lizzy McAlpine ’20 performs with Tiny Habits at NPR's Tiny Desk. Left to right: Judah Mayowa, Maya Rae, Lizzy McAlpine, Cinya Khan.

Image by Bob Boilen/NPR

The Best Tiny Desks by Berklee Artists (an Incomplete List)

From Big Thief and Lizzy McAlpine to DOMi & JD Beck, Kenny Beats, Arooj Aftab, and more, Berklee acts have always owned the Tiny Desk stage.

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Blue Ridge Benefit Concert : In Support Of Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts

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Holiday Extravaganza: Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite and Christmas Vibes Featuring Warren Wolf

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Singers Showcase: One Sweet Day—The Music of Mariah Carey