Community Performances and Partnerships

Working with Adult Learners and Trust-Building in a Teaching Artistry Practice
Burnes Hall
One of the most common ways of practicing teaching artistry is working with adult learners in a variety of settings. Given the rise of fields like creative aging, there are many opportunities available for working with adults and seniors. In this workshop, we will discuss some of the primary considerations to keep in mind that support a successful teaching artist practice when working with adul...

NEC at the Boston Public Library – Calandra Quartet
Boston Public Library - Rabb Hall
Join one of NEC's Honors Ensembles for an afternoon of music! The students will be playing a mix of traditional and contemporary holiday tunes designed to bring the holiday spirit! The performance will feature a varied program, including discussion with the artists about themselves and the music. Total concert time is about 45 minutes, including an audience Q&A. Thi...

NEC at the Saugus Public Library – Piano Trio
Saugus Public Library
Join one of CPP's chamber ensembles for an afternoon of music! The performance will feature a varied program, including discussion with the artists about themselves and the music. Total concert time is about 45 minutes, including an audience Q&A. ...

From Performance Degree to Classroom Teaching: Career Conversation
Are you interested in working in classrooms as a teaching artist, but worry about needing to earn a Music Education degree? Would you like to learn more about the credential process? Have you ever wondered what skills you are developing in your performance training could translate well to the school classroom? Join NEC alum Dave Cordes for a conversation detailing his journey from NEC to the sc...

Designing a Stress-Free Studio: Creating a Performer/Teacher Life of Balance
Establishing a teaching studio can be daunting to any musician, particularly if you have the desire to balance teaching with a performance career.This workshop explores common pitfalls of studio development, studio structure, best policies, and how to build community. If you are interested in creating your own private studio now or in the future, this workshop will provide resources and action ...

NEC at the Saugus Public Library – CPP Fellowship Jazz Ensemble
Saugus Public Library
Join CPP Fellowship Jazz Ensemble at the Saugus Public Library! The performance will feature a varied program, including discussion with the artists about themselves and the music. Total concert time is about 45 minutes, including an audience Q+A. ...

NEC Honors Ensemble Showcase at Rockport Music
Shalin Liu Performance Center
Join three of NEC's Honors Ensemles for a showcase performance at Rockport Music! The performance will feature a varied program, including discussion with the artists about themselves and the music. Total concert time is about 90 minutes. ...

NEC on Norway Pond – Evren Ozel
First Congregational Church of Hancock
Join Artist Diploma pianist, Evren Ozel, in Hancock New Hampshire! The performance will feature a varied program, including discussion with the artist about himself and the music. Total concert time is about 60 minutes. This concert is in partnership with Music on Norway Pond, a 501(c)(3) that strives to bring the highest caliber artists to the Monadnock region, while creating and...

Teaching Artistry Careers: NEC Alumni Panel Discussion
SB 311 and on Zoom
This workshop will feature NEC alumni discussing their varied careers with teaching artistry after graduation. The conversation will be focused on balancing teaching and performing, the role teaching artistry plays in a holistic career, tips for seeking opportunities post-graduation, and the best ways to prepare for a teaching artistry career while still a student. Register via the ticke...

NEC at the Boston Public Library – Honors Vocal Quintet
Boston Public Library - Rabb Hall
Join one of NEC's Honors Ensembles for an afternoon of music! This event is in partnership with the Boston Public Library's Never Too Late Series, one of the country’s oldest, continuously running groups for older adults. For over 60 years, it has provided a setting for older adults to gather together and enjoy with their friends a wide variety of unique programs that are e...