Berklee Guitar Department

Coffee Talk with Dr Larry Simpson

Senior VP for Academic Affairs and Provost, Larry Simpson shares insights into creating standards for the optimal learning environment and his passion for Jazz.

Coffee Talk with Abigail Aronson-Zocher

Professor Abby Aronson-Zocher digs deep into how to encourage students to discover their voice and apply the universal practices of musicianship to go beyond their perceived limitations.

Coffee Talk with Joe Musella

Professor Joe Musella talks about the virtues of being prepared and adaptable for the real life scenarios live performances present, as well as his approach to developing pedagogy for Rock guitar studies.

Coffee Talk with Rick Peckham

Professor Rick Peckham joins Coffee Talk and shares his insights about the learning process and pedagogy from his veteran status as an educator.

Coffee Talk with Jason Camelio

The discussion goes global with Jason Camelio, Assistant VP of Global Initiatives. Join us for an inspirational talk about the unifying power of music.

Coffee Talk with Sal DiFusco

Professor Sal DiFusco joins us for a meaningful discussion on melodic development, fluid technique, and overcoming performance anxiety

Coffee Talk with Scotty Johnson

Professor Scotty Johnson digs deep into the skills a pit musician must master for success and shares his optimism for the music business post-pandemic

Coffee Talk with Ron Savage

Berklee's Dean of the Performance Division Ron Savage joins Coffee Talk and explores techniques for a holistic approach to developing as an artist

Coffee Talk with Ben Cote

Ben Cote, Rock Guitarist and our Dept Coordinator, joins us for Coffee Talk!

Hosted by Kim Perlak, Chair Sheryl Bailey, and Ian Steed
Music performed and recorded by Ian Steed

Coffee Talk with David Gilmore

Guitar Professor David Gilmore shares his secrets to success as a sideperson and how to practice