Performances + Events
Events calendar
NEC Jazz Orchestra: Blues and the Abstract Truth
Plimpton Shattuck Black Box Theatre
The NEC Jazz Orchestra, led by Ken Schaphorst, will explore the many ways in which the blues are expressed in music for voice and big band. Early, more traditional examples of blues will be featured, including Memphis Slim’s Every Day (I Have the Blues) and Duke Ellington’s Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue, alongside more contemporary blues offsho...
Piano Seminar: Marc Ponthus
Keller Room
Join us for a session with the distinguished pianist Marc Ponthus, a strong advocate for music by Boulez, Stockhausen, and Xenakis, hosted by the NEC Piano Department.
NEC Unbound Afterdark
Student Life & Performance Center
Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration featuring live performances and pop-up entertainment in a captivating atmosphere at NEC Unbound Afterdark, a lively late-night party held as part of our Annual Scholarship Gala. For one night only, the Student Life & Performance Center will be transformed into an immersive lounge. Enjoy gourmet food and drinks, a live DJ, dancing, and a speci...
First & Second Year Undergraduate Voice Showcase
Williams Hall
Each semester, first- and second-year voice majors at New England Conservatory present public showcases featuring a diverse selection of vocal repertoire. These performances are the culmination of their ongoing work in vocal technique, musical interpretation, and stage presence. In addition to honing their artistry, students develop essential communication skills by introducing their pie...
Boston Symphony Chamber Players Presents: Carter, Schubert, Mendelssohn
Jordan Hall
Please reach out to the BSO Box Office with any questions regarding programming or ticketing details at customerservice@bso.org or 888-266-1200.
Faculty Recital: Wenting Kang, viola
Jordan Hall
The live stream of this event is available to NEC Community members only. To watch the stream, please click the “Streaming Access” button at the top of the page and enter the NEC Community streaming password on the video window labeled “NEC-Produced Stream” when prompted.
Recital: Sebastián Haros '27 BM, Trumpet
Williams Hall
NEC's students meet one-on-one each week with a faculty artist to perfect their craft. As each one leaves NEC to make their mark in the performance world, they present a full, professional recital that is free and open to the public. It's your first look at the artists of tomorrow. Sebastián Haros '27 BM studies Trumpet wi...
Sound & Music in the Muslim World
Brown Hall
This special one-day conference will examine four key aspects: the Significance of sound in Muslim contexts, Oral Tradition and Memorization, Music Education in Muslim Communities and Understanding Islam through its Art. The day concludes with an evening concert featuring three ensembles performing musical traditions from across the Muslim world. Guest speakers include : Oludamini Ogunna...
Emissary Quartet Chamber Master Class
St. Botolph Room G01
The Emissary Quartet presents a master class featuring ensembles from the NEC Chamber Music program. Unconstrained by geographical boundaries, the flutists of EQ live across the United States and meet for performance and teaching residencies throughout the year. Recent activities have taken EQ to Seattle, Pittsburgh, Boston, Utah, Iowa, New York City, and most recently, Houston. T...
