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Berklee Guitar Department

Berklee Guitar Dept
Berklee College Of Music
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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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Berklee Ensemble Dept. faculty Mimi Jones joins Dr. Kim Perlak and Professor Sheryl Bailey on this episode.

Consuelo Candelaria-Barry joins Dr. Kim Perlak and Professor Sheryl Bailey on this episode.

Berklee Guitar faculty member Bobby Stanton joins Dr. Kim Perlak and Professor Sheryl Bailey on this episode!

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Recent Guests

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
David Tronzo
Professor at Berklee College of Music, specializing in improvisation and composition.
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk Summer 2025 Highlights: "Be Prepared" feat. Professor David Tronzo and Katie Graves
Amanda Monaco
Professor of Guitar and Jazz Teacher at Berklee College of Music
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk 2025 Summer Highlights: Amanda Monaco
Sal DiFusco
Veteran guitarist and educator at Berklee College of Music
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk Summer 2025 Highlights: Sal Difusco
Tomo Fujita
Guitar Professor
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk Summer Highlights 2025: Tomo Fujita
Francisco Mela
Drummer percussionist and faculty member at Berklee College of Music
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Francisco Mela
Damien Bracken
Dean of Admissions for Berklee College of Music, classically trained pianist and composer
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Damien Bracken
Abe Ovadia
Award-winning jazz guitarist and host of Rabbit Hole Sessions
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Abe Ovadia
Phil Lima
Assistant Chair of the Voice Department at Berklee College of Music with a vibrant baritone voice and extensive performance experience
Berklee College of Music
Episode: Coffee Talk: Phil Lima

Hosts

Kim Perlak
Chair of the Guitar Department at Berklee College of Music.
Sheryl Bailey
Assistant Chair of the Guitar Department at Berklee College of Music.
Ben Cote
Senior Coordinator of the Guitar Department at Berklee College of Music.

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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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Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging conversations that have become a part of their daily routines. They express gratitude for the content, highlighting its focus on practice and personal growth in music.

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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.
Coffee Talk 2025 Summer Highlights: Amanda Monaco
Q: What's something that students should be asking about, or should be thinking about that they might not think to ask?
Am I taking care of myself? This question touches on various aspects of well-being and professional development.
Coffee Talk 2025 Summer Highlights: Amanda Monaco
Q: What parts of what you thought it would be like were true and what parts were different?
Amanda described that in her experience at Berklee, students were very eager and passionate about learning, which exceeded her expectations.
Coffee Talk: Francisco Mela
Q: What's a question that you think students should be asking that they're not thinking of when they're here at Berklee?
Students should ask themselves if they're trying to prove who they are to people or to themselves.

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This series features insightful conversations centered on guitar music, education, and the journeys of musicians affiliated with the Berklee College of Music. Episodes explore a range of topics including guitar fundamentals, performance techniques, teaching philosophies, and personal anecdotes from accomplished faculty and guests. The series uniquely emphasizes the transformation of music education, the intersection of personal growth and artistry, and real-life applications of music theory and practice. It is particularly beneficial for aspiring musicians, educators, and anyone interested in the intricacies of guitar and music performance.

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2. David Tronzo
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