BCA-011: Berklee Oral History Project

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.

Creator: Berklee

Producer (pro): Berklee Archives

Wayne Naus, trumpeter and faculty member of Berklee College of Music for over thirty years, describes his early music career, including his first professional music job in the Navy Band and his experiences gigging and playing in the bands of Buddy Rich, Lionel Hampton, and Maynard Ferguson. He discusses the courses he taught at Berklee, particularly the Berklee Tower of Power ensemble that he created in 2000; how Berklee has changed since his student days; the books he authored and the techniques they describe; and his general music pedagogy. He also describes playing for Boston Red Sox and Bruins games and a resultant album.

Wayne Naus, 2010 June 22

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