In the News

Recent Conservatory graduate Shelbie Rassler (B.M. '20, composition) talks to Billboard about the technological intricacies of creating “What the World Needs Now” for Virtual Orchestra, which was a viral sensation in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tony Award-winning triple threat Sutton Foster is adding another honor to her impressive list of accomplishments. Cathy Young, the executive director of Boston Conservatory at Berklee, will present Foster with an honorary doctor of music degree during the conservatory’s commencement ceremony on May 11.

The two-time Tony winner, who will return to Broadway in 2020, will be presented with the doctorate in May.

Conservatory student Antonina Styczen (P.S.C. '18, A.D. '20, flute) is a winner of the 2018 Astral Artists National Auditions, a prestigious competition that has helped launch the careers of leading young artists through career development mentorship.

Conservatory student Antonina Styczen-Leszczynska (P.S.C. '18, A.D. '20, flute) is a winner of the 2018 Astral National Auditions, a prestigious competition that has helped launch the careers of several leading young artists through career development mentorship.
 

Alumnas Bonnie Cochran (M.M. '00, flute) of the Cochran Wrenn Duo launched a music program called InConcert aimed at increasing high school students' engagement with the arts. The duo is a recipient of the Conservatory's Alumni Entrepreneurial Grant.

Berklee President Roger H. Brown and Boston Conservatory at Berklee Executive Director Cathy Young talk with Boston Public Radio in their first joint interview.

Cathy Young appeared on New England Cable News (NECN) to discuss her appointment as executive director of Boston Conservatory at Berklee, how the merged institution represents the future of the performing arts, and what it means to be the first woman to lead the school.

In The Berkshire Eagle, President Richard Ortner discusses technology's role in reshaping performing arts training, and how the merger with Berklee provides new opportunities for students to thrive in this landscape.

The Boston Globe reports on the appointment of current Dean of Dance Cathy Young as executive director of Boston Conservatory at Berklee. 

Award-winning actor Alan Cumming, who will emcee the Conservatory’s 150th Anniversary Gala on May 9, 2017, talks to the Boston Globe about the gala and his love for Boston.

Broadway World highlights the Conservatory's 150th Anniversary Gala on May 9, 2017, which will feature Alan Cumming as master of ceremonies.