Performances + Events
Performances + Events
NEC requires tickets for each concert in Jordan Hall for the 2025-26 season. Tickets can be obtained digitally on each individual event page only.
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Performances + Events
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Events calendar
Adult Education Open House
SB G01
Join us for a welcoming evening at the NEC Adult Education Open House! Adult musicians of all ages are invited to connect with fellow students, meet members of the NEC Adult Education department, and get to know department chairs. Enjoy light refreshments while learning more about the NE…
A Far Cry Presents: Goldberg Variations with Simone Dinnerstein
Jordan Hall
Johann Sebastian Bach: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988 arr. for Piano and String Orchestra by Alex Fortes and Sarah Darling in collaboration with Simone Dinnerstein A Far Cry and Simone Dinnerstein present a reimagining of Goldberg Variations, expanding Bach’s iconic keyboard masterpiece in revelatory, unexpected ways for piano and string orchestra. Created by Criers Alex Fort…
Boston Baroque Presents: Marc Minkowski's Inaugural Concert
Jordan Hall
A Landmark Beginning Featuring Haydn's The Seasons (Die Jahreszeiten) Join us in welcoming Marc Minkowski as Boston Baroque's newly appointed Music Director in this inaugural concert, a one-day-only celebration of an exciting new chapter, made possible by the extraordinary 52-year legacy of our founder, Martin Pearlman. Following the great success of The Creation, Haydn …
Masterclass with Jazz Bassist and Composer Dave Holland
Eben Jordan
New England Conservatory welcomes legendary bassist, composer, and bandleader Dave Holland back to campus for a special residency. In this masterclass, Holland works with students who present songs for coaching, offering insight and guidance on performance, interpretation and musicianship.
Bower Jam Session Series
Student Life and Performance Center
NEC faculty member Mark Zaleski heads up these fun and educational jam sessions which are free and open to the public. Musicians of all levels are welcome to join and hone their improvising skills. Sessions may also include special guests.
Tuesday Night New Music 1
Jordan Hall
The newest works from the next generation of composers. Tuesday Night New Music, a student-run, faculty-supervised concert series, was founded in the early 90s by Lee Hyla. It offers audiences the opportunity to hear the music of current New England Conservatory composition students, performed by their peers. This year the series is directed by student composers Genie A…
Jazz Studies Masterclass with Dave Holland
Eben Jordan
New England Conservatory welcomes legendary bassist, composer, and bandleader Dave Holland back to campus for a special residency. In this masterclass, Holland works with students who present songs for coaching, offering insight and guidance on performance, interpretation and musicianship.
Dave Holland Residency Concert
Jordan Hall
Dave Holland is a renowned bassist, composer and bandleader whose passion for musical expression of all styles and dedication to creating consistently innovative ensembles has propelled a professional career of more than 50 years. A guiding light on acoustic and electric bass, Holland has earned top honors in his field, including multiple Grammy Awards and nominations and the title of NEA Jazz …
