The Beat

The room fell quiet as Samara Joy began to sing “Stardust” by Hoagy Carmichael and Mitchell Parish for her masterclass, drawing the attention of everyone in the room. Aspiring student musicians and Broadview residents gathered in the Music Building on Sept. 16 to watch the six-time Grammy-winning jazz alumna vocalist perform, teach and reflect on her journey as a musician.

Joy, who graduated from Purchase in 2021 as a jazz studies major, returned to campus with members of her band to share what she has learned throughout her career. Story by Annelise Durkin. Read more at the link in our bio.