Jory
Alum Named Principal Conductor of San Francisco Chamber Orchestra
NEC alum Jory Fankuchen '04 MM has been named the new Principal Conductor of the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra for its 2023-2024 season. 
NEC Chorus with Lorna Cooke DeVaron
From the Archives: A Celebration of 120 Years of Jordan Hall
October 20, 2023 marks the 120th anniversary of New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall. This photo essay highlights notable figures, performances, and visiting artists in Jordan Hall's history from its opening in 1903 to today. 
Clayton Stephenson performs at Nina Simone Piano Competition
Clayton Stephenson Wins Grand Prize of Inaugural Nina Simone Piano Competition
Pianist and Harvard/NEC dual degree graduate Clayton Stephenson '23 Harvard/NEC, '25 GD won the Grand Prize of the inaugural Nina Simone Piano Competition in Cincinnati, Ohio, earlier this month, taking home $50,000 for his win.
NEC Jazz ensemble performs at Opening Our Doors Festival
NEC Jazz Ensemble Performs at Fenway Alliance’s “Opening Our Doors” Festival, Boston’s Largest Free Cultural Event
On Monday, October 9, a talented ensemble of New England Conservatory Jazz Studies undergraduates performed on the Jordan Hall steps as part of the Fenway Alliance's "Opening Our Doors" festival, bringing live jazz to Bostonians during the city's largest free cultural event.
Coretta Scott King
New England Conservatory presents “Embracing Coretta,” a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of Coretta Scott King’s graduation from NEC
New England Conservatory will pay tribute to alumna Coretta Scott King on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of her graduation from the Conservatory with a special concert, “Embracing Coretta,” on Monday, October 30th at 7:30pm in Jordan Hall. Supported by NEC’s Office of Cultural Equity and Belonging and Embrace Boston, the evening will feature a rich diversity of art songs and spiritual arrangements.
Akram Haddad
Assassin’s Creed: Mirage Score Orchestrated by CMA Faculty Akram Haddad 
The highly anticipated video game Assassin's Creed: Mirage was released Thursday, October 5, with a score orchestrated by NEC alum and current Contemporary Musical Arts faculty member Akram Haddad '22 GD.
Geneva Lewis
NEC Alumna Geneva Lewis to Perform at Los Angeles Philharmonic Gala
Violinist and NEC alumna Geneva Lewis ’20, ’22 AD will perform with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and conductor Gustavo Dudamel for its annual gala concert on October 5. 
George Russell
NEC Jazz Orchestra Celebrates the Music of George Russell
On Thursday, October 19, the orchestra's first concert of the season honors the centennial of trailblazing theorist, composer, and long-time NEC faculty member George Russell.
Russell Sherman
Remembering Legendary Pianist Russell Sherman
With profound sadness, New England Conservatory mourns the passing of Russell Sherman, who died peacefully in his home at noon on September 30, 2023. A legendary artist, teacher, and humanitarian, Russell Sherman leaves an irreplaceable void. The entire NEC community extends warm thoughts and condolences to Wha Kyung Byun, and to the many students whose lives and music he deepened. 
Jordan Hall
Celebrate the 120th Anniversary of Jordan Hall
A collection of memories, anecdotes, and other tributes from the NEC community to Jordan Hall, the heart and soul of New England Conservatory, in honor of its 120th anniversary.