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BCA-011: Berklee Oral History Project

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Established in 1998, the Berklee Oral History Project (BOHP) seeks to chronicle Berklee’s rich history from those who have lived, shaped, and defined it. In capturing the diverse experiences and perceptions of Berklee faculty, staff, and alumni, Berklee Archives seeks to document Berklee’s pedagogical contributions to music education, as well as the events and issues that have impacted the direction and identity of the institution. This collection comprises video interviews from over 100 individuals closely associated with Berklee College of Music and the Boston Conservatory, including faculty, staff, presidents, and alumni. Some early interviews also feature individuals unaffiliated with Berklee who were active in the Boston jazz community.

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Richard Ortner, retired president of the Boston Conservatory, discusses his early relationship with music and how he landed in the field of music administration. He describes his experiences ushering at Carnegie Hall in the early seventies and as an administrator with Berkshire Music Center (now Tanglewood Music Center)—particularly how Tanglewood operated and the creation of a new concert hall. Ortner discusses his tenure as President of the Boston Conservatory, including his hiring; the building of its faculty and reputation; facilities projects he oversaw, such as the 31 Hemenway renovation and 132 Ipswich purchase; the genesis and goals of the merger of Berklee College of Music and the Boston Conservatory. He also shares his approach to music administration, leadership, and fundraising.

Richard Ortner, 2018 June 8
Boston Conservatory President (1999-2016)
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