Berklee Student Session Musicians: Popular and Orchestral Recording Roles
Berklee’s Professional Writing and Music Technology Division is recruiting student session musicians for faculty and student recording projects in Boston. Two part-time postings cover different musical backgrounds.
Two recording roles
The Jazz, Big Band & Popular Music Styles role seeks players who can read confidently, improvise from lead sheets and perform contemporary popular styles, including sessions without a conductor. Reference: R0011284.
The Orchestral & Contemporary Instrumental role covers orchestral and chamber recording, traditional instrumental techniques and contemporary extended techniques. Reference: R0011199.
Eligibility and conditions
Both roles pay US$20.60 per hour and require an audition. Evening availability is important; sessions typically run between 17:30 and midnight. Resident assistants need prior supervisor approval.
Applicants must be current Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee students, normally enrolled at least half-time in an eligible programme, and located in the United States. Requirements include a valid US Social Security Number, valid visa status where applicable, good disciplinary standing and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0, with an exception for first-semester students.
Application
Both official postings give 31 December 2026 as the application end date. Apply to the relevant role through Berklee’s student-employment portal; the programme’s eligibility requirements remain applicable.
This article provides a summary. To avoid misunderstandings, please be sure to check the official page for full details.
Information checked: 2 November 2026.
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