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Berklee Guitar Department

Berklee Guitar Dept
Berklee College Of Music
Music Education
Jazz
Improvisation
Jazz Music
Guitar
Boston
Coffee
Classical Music
Touring Musicians
Collaboration
Performance Anxiety
Social Media
Off-Broadway
Jazz Education
Creative Musical Projects
Guitar Education
Visually Impaired Students
Ear Training
New Album Release

Welcome to the Official Podcast of the Guitar Department at Berklee College of Music! Listen to weekly conversations with faculty and friends. Hosted by Kim Perlak (Chair), Sheryl Bailey (Assistant Chair), and Ben Cote (Senior Coordinator).

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Saxophonist George Garzone is a member of The Fringe, a jazz trio founded in 1972. The band included bassist John Lockwood and drummer Bob Gullotti until 2020, and Francisco Mela since then on the drums. The Fringe performs regularly in the Boston an... more

Bass Player Magazine has stated, "Steve Bailey is to the 6 string fretless bass, what Columbus is to America". He has toured and recorded with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie, Willie Nelson, Joe Walsh, Jethro Tull, Paquito D’rivera, Larry Carlton, and t... more

Mark Redmond is the founder of Mandorla Music. Mandorla Music is a nonprofit organization built on the belief that experiencing music together can be grounding and elevating, healing and community-building. Mandorla Music brings together creative mus... more

Bassist Edmond Gilmore joins Dr. Kim Perlak and Professor Sheryl Bailey on this episode!

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George Garzone
Professor of Woodwinds, Berklee College of Music; renowned saxophonist
The Fringe (jazz trio)
Episode: Coffee Talk: George Garzone
Steve Bailey
Bassist and educator, chair of Berklee Bass Department
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Steve Bailey
Mark Redmond
Founder of Mandorla Music, non-profit concert presenter in Boston
Mandorla Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Mark Redmond
Edmond Gilmore
Israeli-born electric and upright bass player; expert across jazz, classical, and contemporary music
Berklee College of Music (guest)
Episode: Coffee Talk: Edmond Gilmore
Yoron Israel
Chair of the Percussion Department, Berklee College of Music; world-class educator and clinician
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Yoron Israel
Consuelo Candelaria-Barry
Pianist, composer and Berklee College of Music professor
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Consuelo Candelaria-Barry
Millisa Henderson
A Boston area guitarist known for her versatility across genres, including rock, metal, indie, pop, and musical theater.
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Millisa Henderson
Emma Dean Moseley
Recent Berklee graduate and faculty for Berklee Summer Program's guitar sessions
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Katie Graves and Emma Dean Moseley
Katie Graves
A graduate of Berklee College of Music and teacher at the Berklee Summer Guitar Sessions program.
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk Summer 2025 Highlights: "Be Prepared" feat. Professor David Tronzo and Katie Graves

Hosts

Kim Perlak
Chair of the Guitar Department; Berklee College of Music faculty
Sheryl Bailey
Assistant Chair, Berklee Guitar Department; Berklee College of Music
Ben Cote
Senior Coordinator, Berklee Guitar Department

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Thank you!

    I began listening to this podcast about a week ago and it has become a part of my daily routine before I begin practicing. Thank you so much to everyone involved and keep up the good work. Music is life, as life is beautiful!

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    TomTone12
    United States2 years ago

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The mix of performance stories and teaching strategies resonates with practicing musicians.
High-quality guests and thoughtful discussions on practice, mindset, and education are frequently highlighted.
Listeners value the practical, educator-focused insights that helpers and guests share.

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Coffee Talk: Millisa Henderson
Q: What do you think Berklee students should be asking that they're not?
I think it really just kind of comes back to my whole idea of just like being open-minded because I feel like it's kind of like what you said.
Coffee Talk: Katie Graves and Emma Dean Moseley
Q: What do you think is the question that Berklee students should be asking that they're not?
Ask your teachers how they got here.
Coffee Talk: Mimi Jones
Q: What do you think students should be asking when they get here to Berklee that they're not thinking of?
Students should consider how to manage their time effectively and seek guidance on what key events to prioritize.
Coffee Talk: Neal Smith
Q: What should students be asking that they're not thinking of?
Students should ask 'why' rather than just 'how' and 'what' to engage deeply with their instructors.
Coffee Talk: Neal Smith
Q: What advice could you have for guitarists in playing with drummers?
Neal emphasizes the importance of rhythm and comping, suggesting that guitarists should engage with rhythm to create a better musical interaction.

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This show centers on Berklee's guitar ecosystem, featuring faculty, alumni, and guest musicians who explore technique, education, and the music industry. Episodes frequently cover practice philosophy, teaching methods, career development, and balancing artistry with health, mindfulness, and leadership. A standout is the consistent focus on pedagogy from Berklee's guitar department, plus multi-genre perspectives that blend classical, jazz, and contemporary styles. Listeners can expect actionable insights for musicians, educators, and students, with behind-the-scenes stories from rehearsals, performances, and program leadership.

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1. George Garzone
2. Steve Bailey
3. Mark Redmond
4. Edmond Gilmore
5. Yoron Israel
6. Consuelo Candelaria-Barry
7. Millisa Henderson
8. Emma Dean Moseley

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