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Prep 75
Inspiring the future of music since 1950.
NEC Prep 75th Anniversary
A home for young musicians since 1950.
Celebrating 75 Years of Youth Music Education
Founded in 1950, NEC Preparatory School has been a leader in youth music education for generations of young musicians.
In 2025, NEC Prep celebrates its 75th anniversary with a yearlong series of concerts, master classes, and community events in Boston—honoring our legacy and future as one of the nation’s top music programs for students.
From the Archives
Explore the rich history of NEC Prep through this slideshow of photos from the NEC archive, showcasing generations of young musicians in action.
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The NEC Preparatory School co-founded by Frances Lanier (pictured) and Virginia Bacon, 1950.
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This program is for a 1956 Preparatory Department performance in Jordan Hall, a few years after Prep’s founding.
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NEC Preparatory School celebrated its 50th anniversary in November 1999. In this photo, Prep students rehearse for the anniversary concert in Jordan Hall.
The Future of NEC Prep
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Upcoming Concerts
Join the Celebration
The NEC Prep community is celebrating our 75th anniversary throughout the spring with free concerts featuring current students and alumni performers.
Visit the NEC calendar for a full listing of upcoming Prep performances.
Alumni Voices
One Community, Countless Memories
As we celebrate NEC Prep’s 75th anniversary, we want to honor the moments, teachers, performances, and friendships that have shaped generations of musicians. We invite NEC Prep Alumni to share your story and join us in building a living legacy that connects Prep’s past, present, and future.
Event spotlight
NEC Prep Concerts and Recitals
