Tag: Berklee College of Music
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Composer with ties to Old Bridge, Matawan shares journey in world of music
After decades of musical performances, nationwide tours and collaborative projects, Old Bridge native Colin Bell decided to settle in Matawan to raise a family. The well-traveled composer now operates out of a home studio while teaching band and orchestra in the Old Bridge School District. Bell described himself as the byproduct of Scottish musicians, explaining…
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Temple Emanu-El’s new cantor brings her ‘drive and passion’ to inspire through music; will also serve as youth director
EDISON – Emily Simkin knew she wanted to use music as a vehicle for spirituality and inspiration since she was 9 years old. It was during her experiences at Camp Harlam, which is part of the Union for Reform Judaism family of camps and youth camps in the Poconos, where her inspiration blossomed. “From there…
