Chadney Christle on Touring with Jennifer Hudson, Paying it Forward, and Studying Film Scoring with Berklee Online
Jennifer Hudson’s keyboardist Chadney Christle reflects on the unexpected acts of kindness that launched her touring career, the mentors who shaped her path, and how Berklee Online is helping her build a future as a film composer while continuing to perform on some of the world’s biggest stages.
Berklee Online Music Production Master’s Alumni Win 2026 Production Awards
Eight Berklee Online students have been recognized by iZotope, Sweetwater Sound, and Slate Digital for their excellence after earning their Masters in Music Production.
Can You Pick the Perfect Song? Enter Our Music Supervision Song Sync Contest
Could your song choice make a scene unforgettable? Enter Berklee Online’s Music Supervision Contest for a chance to win a free course, then learn how music supervisor Hunter George approaches everything in music supervision from Beatles clearances to finding the perfect sync.
Writing a World Cup Anthem: Berklee Instructors Share Songwriting and Music Production Tips
With the 2026 World Cup underway, we asked Berklee Online instructors what makes a great anthem. From unforgettable choruses and crowd-sized energy to balancing cultural identity with global appeal, they share practical advice for songwriters hoping to create music that brings people together.
Tuba Visionary Bill Muter on Music Diplomacy, Playing with Jon Batiste, and Studying with Berklee Online
From music diplomacy in Kosovo to performing with Jon Batiste at the Montreux Jazz Festival, Bill Muter has built a career on connection. The Berklee Online student reflects on lifelong learning, authentic networking, and the lessons he’s learned on and off the stage.
Best Cities for Music Careers: Where to Move After College
Wondering where to take your music career? Explore the best cities for your professional life through expert advice from Berklee Online instructors and alums who currently live and work in Nashville, Los Angeles, New York City, and Miami.
Register for the Next Berklee Online Live Q&A
Have a question? Register for the next Berklee Online live Q&A, and meet the folks who advise, teach, and lead at the world’s largest online music college.
Direct Address in Songwriting: Writing Lyrics That Feel Like Conversations
Who is a song really talking to? Discover how direct address shapes intimacy, tension, and emotional connection in lyrics in this course excerpt from Lyric Writing 2, featuring examples from Dolly Parton, Billie Eilish, and more.
Matt Rollings on Willie Nelson, ‘Despacito,’ and Four Decades as an In-Demand Session Musician
From backing an unknown Lyle Lovett in Luxembourg to producing Grammy-winning records with Willie Nelson, and playing on “Despacito,” Matt Rollings has seen it all. In this extensive Q&A, the veteran session musician, producer, and author of Piano and Keyboard Techniques for Session Musicians reflects on four decades in the studio, unexpected career turns, and why reading the room matters.
Berklee Online Announces New Music Supervision Graduate Degree
Explore Berklee Online’s Music Supervision graduate program. Learn how to integrate music into movies, TV shows, and video games. Apply now, and take part in a free workshop and contest.
