Ian Howell headshot
The American Academy of Teachers of Singing has recognized Ian Howell with an inaugural AATS Award for COVID-19 Response for his work with low-latency technology for real-time musical collaboration during the pandemic.
Jazz faculty
Julian Lage, Melissa Aldana, and Marshall Gilkes join New England Conservatory the jazz faculty beginning in the fall of 2021.
Portraits of Mavis Staples, Emmanuel Ax, Wu Man, Deborah Borda, and Carl Atkins
Carl J. Atkins, Emmanuel Ax, Deborah Borda, Wu Man, and Mavis Staples will be receiving honorary degrees, and Mavis Staples will give a virtual commencement address.
Blood on Gold Mountain cover art
News from NEC alumni, students, and faculty members including The Merz Trio, Nan Yi, Michael Mayo, Marvin Gilmore, Emma Gies, Satoko Fujii, and others.
Monique van Willingh headshot
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Monique Van Willingh as NEC's Director of Cultural Equity and Belonging. A musician, educator, and advocate for social justice, Monique brings great passion, deep experience, and a collaborative spirit to this position.
Susan Clickner
Susan Clickner was a beloved member of NEC's faculty, teaching classical voice here for more than 30 years and serving as head of the voice department for much of the 1990s.
Lina Gonzalez-Granados ’14 MM has been honored with a 2021 Sphinx Medal of Excellence.
Tristan Rais-Sherman raises his baton while conducting the Philharmonia. He is wearing a mask and the empty seats of Jordan Hall are behind him.
Tristan Rais-Sherman '21 AD shares reflections from his past two performances conducting the NEC Philharmonia during this semester.
Astghik Martirosyan and Sameer Apte perform in Jordan Hall
How do you rehearse and perform choral music in a pandemic? Last fall, graduate conductors Joseph Nizich '21 MM and Jennie Segal '21 MM led the NEC Concert Choir in a performance that combined both in-person and remote ensembles titled, "Great Music for a Great (Virtual) Space."
Benjamin Sosland - headshot
As NEC's chief academic and artistic officer he will oversee all aspects of the school’s programs in the College, Preparatory School, and School of Continuing Education.