Text: "Jupiter's Legacy" in gold letters with a golden eagle icon. A lineup of serious-faced superheroes behind the words.
Composition alumna Stephanie Economou ’12 has been busy on the interview circuit, discussing her creative process as composer for the Netflix original series Jupiter’s Legacy, a superhero story starring Josh Duhamel and based on the graphic novel by writer Mark Millar and artist Frank Quitely. The series launched on May 7, 2021.
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NEC virtually welcomes back Diana Ortega '10 as this year's Alumni Commencement Speaker.
Ian Howell headshot
The American Academy of Teachers of Singing has recognized Ian Howell with an inaugural AATS Award for COVID-19 Response for his work with low-latency technology for real-time musical collaboration during the pandemic.
Jazz faculty
Julian Lage, Melissa Aldana, and Marshall Gilkes join New England Conservatory the jazz faculty beginning in the fall of 2021.
Portraits of Mavis Staples, Emmanuel Ax, Wu Man, Deborah Borda, and Carl Atkins
Carl J. Atkins, Emmanuel Ax, Deborah Borda, Wu Man, and Mavis Staples will be receiving honorary degrees, and Mavis Staples will give a virtual commencement address.
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News from NEC alumni, students, and faculty members including The Merz Trio, Nan Yi, Michael Mayo, Marvin Gilmore, Emma Gies, Satoko Fujii, and others.
Monique van Willingh headshot
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Monique Van Willingh as NEC's Director of Cultural Equity and Belonging. A musician, educator, and advocate for social justice, Monique brings great passion, deep experience, and a collaborative spirit to this position.
Susan Clickner
Susan Clickner was a beloved member of NEC's faculty, teaching classical voice here for more than 30 years and serving as head of the voice department for much of the 1990s.
Lina Gonzalez-Granados ’14 MM has been honored with a 2021 Sphinx Medal of Excellence.
Tristan Rais-Sherman raises his baton while conducting the Philharmonia. He is wearing a mask and the empty seats of Jordan Hall are behind him.
Tristan Rais-Sherman '21 AD shares reflections from his past two performances conducting the NEC Philharmonia during this semester.