Performances + Events
Events calendar
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 ...
Daniel Anastasio Presents: How Music's Hidden Layers Guide Our Emotions
Burnes Hall
Pianist Daniel Anastasio leads an interactive performance in an intimate setting, exploring what layers lie beneath the surface of great music. Through a combination of playing and speaking, Daniel reveals how melody, harmony, bass lines, rhythm, and musical structure work together to create moments of extraordinary emotional power. Hear familiar masterpieces in a new way, unfamiliar works with...
Piano Seminar: Virginia Eskin discusses Amy Beach
Keller Room
Join us for a seminar featuring pianist Virginia Eskin, hosted by the NEC Piano Department. This session will include a screening of portions of Virginia Eskin's documentary film on the life and music of Amy Beach.
