On Wednesday, 10 December 2025, Berklee College of Music invites you to attend three free masterclasses at IMEP • Paris College of Music. 

 

These free sessions, open to the public, are led by renowned Berklee professors, offering professional advice and techniques for musicians of all levels.

 

12.30 : Afro-Cuban Grooves: A Historical Perspective and Embodied Communication through Jazz. Presenter: Associate Professor of Piano, Zahili Gonzalez Zamora

 

An engaging clinic that explores the rich tapestry of Afro-Cuban rhythms and their profound influence on jazz. We will delve into the historical roots of these grooves, tracing their evolution from African traditions to their integration into contemporary music. This exploration will highlight how Afro-Cuban rhythms not only shape musical compositions but also serve as a vital form of communication through movement.

 

Participants will actively engage in interactive exercises that allow them to embody these rhythms, fostering a deeper connection between their instruments and physical expression. This clinic offers a unique opportunity to enhance your rhythmic skills, deepen your appreciation for cultural narratives, and discover how to convey emotion through the dynamic interplay of music and dance.

 

1:30 p.m.: Road Maps for the Composer and Arranger, presented by Assistant Vice President for Berklee Global Programs and Partnerships, Jason Camelio

 

Do you have writer block, or a stack if musical ideas you have begun and not completed? Developing a plan to deliver a successful and complete original composition or arrangement could be as easy as creating a road map. This sessions will provide participants with one approach you might adopt to bring you the success you want to see…and hear!

 

2.40 pm : Careers in Today’s Music Industry presented by Associate Dean of Admissions Tim Lee and Director and co-founder of IMEP, Peter Giron.

 

Tim Lee is an award-winning scholar, writer/producer and leader who has spent the last two decades fostering contemporary music education around the world. He will lead a sessions exploring current and emerging careers in the music industry IMEP co-founder Peter Giron and special Berklee-IMEP guests !