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.

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Andy McGhee, saxophonist and Berklee faculty member, discusses his early music years playing for the bands of Fat Man Robinson, Lionel Hampton, and Woody Herman; touring internationally in Europe and Japan; his transition to teaching and his hiring at Berklee School of Music (later College); and his thoughts on Berklee founder Lawrence Berk. He also discusses his teaching methods and what he finds important for students in contrast to how current students approach learning music. He also reflects on the changes in music during his lifetime.

McGhee, Andy
June 10th, 2005
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