Join us as we welcome Mr.Daniel Abussi, Associate Director of Recruitment at Berklee College of Music. Whether you're dreaming of a career in performance, composition, production, or any of the creative arts, this session will give you an insider’s view of how Berklee can help you achieve those goals.

Why should you attend:
In this Berklee Information Session, attendees will be guided through the critical steps of the audition and interview process, essential for all applicants. The session will also explore Berklee’s diverse majors and the promising career opportunities they provide, alongside an in-depth look at student life, where creativity and music flourish. Additionally, the event offers insights into scholarship options that can help realize your Berklee aspirations. With direct access to Daniel Abussi, Associate Director of Recruitment, participants will gain valuable admissions knowledge. Furthermore, Berklee's rich 75-year history, having nurtured world-renowned talents such as John Mayer and Vietnamese artists like Lam Trường and Đức Trí, will be highlighted, providing inspiration and direction for future musicians. This session is essential for those preparing for a dynamic career in the evolving music industry.

This is a rare opportunity to gain insights from Berklee's leadership and get all your questions answered!

Session information:
Tuesday, October 1, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
at True North International School - Lot TH-03, Mo Lao, Ha Dong, Hanoi, Vietnam  

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About Berklee College of Music
History
Founded in 1945 in Boston, Massachusetts, Berklee College of Music has earned a global reputation as the foremost institute for contemporary music and the performing arts. Initially focused on jazz, Berklee expanded its scope over the years to embrace a wide array of musical genres, including pop, rock, electronic music, film scoring, and world music. Today, Berklee is renowned not only for its cutting-edge programs in music but also for offering education in dance, theater, and multimedia arts. With a commitment to innovation, Berklee was one of the first schools to introduce majors like electronic production, sound engineering, and film scoring.

Berklee’s approach to education has always been deeply rooted in preparing students to thrive in the ever-changing music industry, fostering creativity, collaboration, and leadership skills. Its alumni are known for pushing the boundaries of music and the arts, becoming trailblazers in their fields.

Major Artists from Vietnam
Berklee has been a magnet for global talent, including notable Vietnamese artists who have made significant contributions both locally and internationally. Some prominent Vietnamese alumni include composer Đức Trí, singer Lam Trường, singer Đoan Trang, Anna Trang, leading jazz saxophonist Trần Mạnh Tuấn, jazz musician Quyền Thiện Đắc.

Major International Artists
Berklee’s alumni list reads like a “who’s who” of the global music industry, featuring iconic names across genres such as 9-time Grammy Winner John Mayer, 28-time Grammy Winner Quincy Jones, two honorary doctorates holder Esperanza Spalding, pop sensation Charlie Puth and Psy

The Berklee Approach to Education
Berklee’s educational philosophy is anchored in preparing students for the real world of music and the arts. By encouraging an entrepreneurial mindset, Berklee empowers its students to think beyond traditional career paths and create their own opportunities. The curriculum is designed to be flexible and interdisciplinary, allowing students to combine majors, participate in collaborations, and engage in hands-on learning experiences.

Major Achievements
Berklee College of Music boasts over 300 Grammy wins by its alumni, alongside numerous Latin Grammys. Berklee-trained artists have contributed to Oscar-winning film scores, sound editing, and mixing, with alumni earning Emmy awards for television soundtracks, including iconic shows like The Simpsons. Berklee talent has also been recognized on Broadway, with contributions to hits like Hamilton, and frequent top placements in jazz competitions like the Herbie Hancock Institute.

Berklee Mission and Vision
During the 2023–24 academic year, our community developed Berklee’s unified mission and vision statements. Guided by our fundamental values, these statements define Berklee’s core purpose and help us envision the positive influence we can have on our students, our communities, and the broader world.

Unified Mission
Anchored in a vision of contemporary performing arts education that centers diversity in all its forms and the artistic traditions of the African diaspora, Berklee fosters an equitable and inclusive culture of teaching and learning. Our transformative educational experiences prepare students for purposeful lives and careers as creative leaders in a rapidly changing world.

Unified Vision
Berklee is building the future of arts education—borderless in its availability and influence, pioneering in its embrace of innovation, and committed to empowering artists and creative leaders for lives of inspiration and impact.

True North International School is honored to partner with Berklee College of Music, a global leader in creative arts education. This collaboration underscores our commitment to offering students unparalleled opportunities to explore their artistic potential. We look forward to continuing our relationship with Berklee, working together on future projects that will inspire and empower the next generation of musicians and creatives.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your first step toward a successful music career with Berklee!