If you associate Germany entirely with autobahns and wurst, Freiburg will surprise you. It’s known as the most ecologically conscious city in Germany. There are tons, TONS of bikes. In neighboring villages, solar panels plaster the roofs. Today it’s raining, but people are still cycling—many protected by special ponchos that cover their handlebars and hands. [...]
Monthly Archives: November 2009
Freiburg: Ein, Zwei, Drei, Frei
November 28, 2009 – 8:11 pm
It’s kind of ridiculous how well that header fits me this week: I’m going to Freiburg, Germany. Sometimes people don’t associate Berklee with traditional college experiences such as studying abroad. But Berklee has partner schools all over the globe—institutions that share our attitude towards pop, jazz, and other forms of contemporary music—and our students can [...]
Istanbul A&I day two: a snapshot (er, snapshots…)
November 25, 2009 – 11:31 am
Yesterday was a busy day all around at the A&I events in Istanbul. Berklee student Emir Cerman, who worked with Jason Camelio in International Programs for a year to bring the auditions to Istanbul, kicked-off the day with a presentation about student life at Berklee.
Prepare for Summer Programs! Achieve success in your practice routine
November 24, 2009 – 9:17 am
Hi everyone, my name is Jeff Muzerolle and I’m a professional musician/producer/educator in the Boston area. I’m also a Berklee alum (class of ’99) and well acquainted with the Berklee experience. I’ve spent the last decade of my life establishing a successful career touring, recording, producing and educating. I also wrote an e-book on career [...]
Musicians in Istanbul get a crash course in auditioning
November 24, 2009 – 8:47 am
A newer component of the international Audition and Interview (A&I) events, the Preparing for An Audition clinic is exactly what it sounds like, a crash course on what to expect in the audition room.