Performances + Events
Events calendar
NEC Festival: Jazz Without Borders – Schuller’s Bold Experiment at NEC
Jordan Hall
The NEC Jazz Orchestra reflects on the Gunther Schuller’s role in creating the first fully accredited jazz studies program in a conservatory, performing Schuller’s “Jumpin’ in the Future,” Ellington’s “Reminiscing in Tempo,” George Russell’s All About Rosie, and
NEC Jazz Orchestra | African Cookbook: Music of Randy Weston and Melba Liston
Jordan Hall
The NEC Jazz Orchestra, Ken Schaphorst director, presents a program of the music of Randy Weston and Melba Liston, Randy Weston’s arranger and collaborator for decades. Together they created legendary recordings such as Little Niles and Uhuru Afrika. The concert will includ...
Recital: Zhiye Lin '29 DMA, Piano
Williams Hall
In the course of completing the Doctor of Musical Arts degree at New England Conservatory, performance majors present not just one, but three full-length recitals, for which they also write program notes. It's an opportunity to observe multiple facets of an emerging artist. Zhiye Lin ‘29 DMA studies Piano with
Celebrity Series of Boston Presents: Sheku Kanneh-Mason, cello & Isata Kanneh-Mason, piano
Jordan Hall
The Kanneh-Masons' artistic evolution has been nothing short of exhilarating. Cellist Sheku has become one of the most in-demand orchestral soloists of our time, bringing depth and brilliance to a repertoire that spans centuries. Isata, a pianist of remarkable insight and artistry, captivates in any setting as a performer and as a curator, acclaimed for pairing beloved masterpieces alongsi...
Recital: Youngji Choi '25 GD, Violin
Brown 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. Youngji Choi '25 GD studies Violin with
NEC Trombone Choir + Ronald Barron
Burnes Hall
NEC's Trombone Choir performs works from the 17th century to the present day with conductors Stephen Lange, James Markey, and guest artist
NEC Prep: Chamber Music Showcase
Jordan Hall
Don't miss the NEC Prep Chamber Music Showcase, where select student ensembles take the stage in historic Jordan Hall to perform highlights from their year's work. This special event celebrates the artistry and collaboration of our top chamber groups at the culmination of the academic year.
Andrew Crain Presents: Songs of Love, the Sea, and Love of the Sea
Williams Hall
Andrew Crain, a Tanglewood Festival Chorus tenor, performs a recital of English art songs by Britten, Elgar, Ireland, Quilter and more, accompanied by Handel & Haydn Society associate conductor and principal keyboardist Ian Watson, and by Boston Symphony Orchestra second horn and NEC faculty member Rachel Childers. Admission is free.
