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“Stand Creatively in Defiance:” Matana Roberts ’03 M.M. Returns for Residency
Matana Roberts ’03 M.M. coaches, conducts, & performs during October residency
Greg Ryan
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Gregory Ryan

New York City native Gregory Ryan has established himself as an in-demand sideman on both acoustic and electric bass. His big supportive sound, swinging style, and complete understanding of harmony...

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Prep Jazz Recitals
New England Conservatory
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Prep Jazz Recitals
New England Conservatory
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Musicians at Play, with the Door Open
September 23, all day and into the night during NEC Open Studios, new Student Life & Performance Center is alive with music, activities for all ages.
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Henrique Eisenmann

 

Exploring the boundaries between Classical music, contemporary improvisation and Brazilian music, Henrique Eisenmann is changing the paradigm of modern jazz improvisation, creating an original...

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2017 Student Commencement Speech: Alexandra Keller
Undergraduate jazz vocalist offered these remarks to her fellow members of the Class of 2017 at NEC's 146th Commencement ceremony on May 21, 2017.
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David Adewumi Named Soros Fellow
Jazz trumpeter is the child of immigrants from Nigeria.
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Jeffrey Leonard

Jeffrey Leonard is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of the Berklee College of Music and holds his Masters in Music Education from Boston University. Jeff is the Coordinator of Performing Arts for the...

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I Want to Explore
Foundation classes are a terrific way for young musicians to deepen their understanding and experience of music.