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Recent News
Thu, February 21
Fulbright Awards to Finland and Sweden
The U.S. Department of State has named NEC a top producing institution for Fulbright U.S. students. Recent graduates Mona Sangesland and Elise Kolle are pursuing Fulbright studies in Finland and Sweden.
Tue, February 19
NEC Students Perform at the Kennedy Center for The Conservatory Project
Students from NEC's highest level programs—the Artist Diploma, Doctorate of Musical Arts, and the Professional Piano Trio Program—will perform at The Kennedy Center for The Conservatory Project.
Mon, February 11
A Day in the Life: Abigail Hong '19 Violin Performance
In this new photo series, we'll be taking you through a day in the life of an NEC student, kicking off with a day in the life of violinist Abigail Hong '19.
Tue, February 5
2019 GRAMMY Nominees
Alumni and faculty across many departments at NEC have been honored with nominations for the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards, which take place on Sunday, February 10.
Tue, January 29
NEC singers honored in Met Regional auditions
Bass-baritone Zizhao Wang ’20 MM won second prize, while soprano Amani Cole-Felder ’19 MM was awarded one of two Encouragement Awards.

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Upcoming Concerts & Events
BMOP Corigliano
Date
Sat, February 23
Guest Presenter: BMOP
h&H
Date
Fri, February 22
Sun, February 24
Guest Presenter: Handel and Haydn Society
Artist Diploma student Inmo Yang plays the violin with his eyes closed.
Date
Sun, February 24
Inmo Yang Artist Diploma Recital
Violinist Inmo Yang has been hailed by the Boston Globe for his “…seamless technique and a tender warmth of tone,” combined with “…an ability to project an engaging sense of inner sincerity through his playing.”
Garth Knox Viola
Date
Mon, February 25
Garth Knox Workshop: Stretching the String
Date
Mon, February 25
NEC Contemporary Ensemble

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The NEC Difference

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

Work your art.

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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EM grantee Rayna Chou combines architecture and music in Taiwan

Community Performances and Partnerships

NEC makes music in the most interesting places.

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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A violinist show his instrument to two interested kids

Liberal Arts

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.
Dan Cho ’16, ’19 MMViolin Performance, Wind Ensemble Conducting
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NEC is innovation. NEC is friends. NEC is also people who push you, like teachers.
Bosba Panh ’19Composition