NEC is a community that fosters connection and collaboration among the world's most talented students and faculty - in an environment that inspires personal and artistic growth.
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The NEC Difference
Our students not only immerse themselves in their musical studies with an intense focus, but are also encouraged to expand their perspectives and cross boundaries. The result of this process is the discovery of the individual authentic voice.
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Entrepreneurial Musicianship
Put together the toolbox you’ll need to be the best working musician possible. EM projects reflect the incredible diversity of student interests. Whatever you pursue, you’ll hone skills that get you out of the practice room and into the real world.
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Community Performances and Partnerships
NEC students perform and teach in over 125 community partnerships across the city (like hospitals, libraries, homeless shelters, senior centers, and the Boston Public Schools) as well as in some of Boston’s most iconic venues. Music is such a powerful connection—you’ll love sharing it!
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Liberal Arts
At NEC you’ll strengthen your music with skills outside of music. In Liberal Arts you’ll sharpen the intellectual and communications skills artists need to go farther.
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I came here to be a classical musician, and I left being a more well-rounded person.
NEC is innovation. NEC is friends. NEC is also people who push you, like teachers.
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