Performances + Events
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Performances + Events

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Events calendar
NEC Symphony + Hugh Wolff
Jordan Hall
Tonight's program, conducted by Hugh Wolff, opens with Jennifer Higdon's Fanfare Ritmico (1999), a work which Higdon describes as celebrating "that rhythmic motion, of man and machine, and the energy which permeates every moment of our being in the new century." T…
NEC Philharmonia + Opera Presents: Gaetano Donizetti's L'elisir d'amore | Night 1
Jordan Hall
NEC Philharmonia + Opera presents L'elisir d'amore by Gaetano Donizetti and Felice Romani. This performance is conducted by Robert Tweten and directed by Steven Goldste…
Recital: Song Hyeon Kim '26 MM, Piano
Williams Hall
NEC's students meet one-on-one each week with a faculty artist to perfect their craft. As each one leaves NEC to make their mark in the performance world, they present a full, professional recital that is free and open to the public. It's your first look at the artists of tomorrow. Song Hyeon Kim '26 MM studies Piano with HaeSun Paik and Dang T…
Nikki Abissi Trombone Master Class
Pierce Hall
Nikki Abissi presents a master class featuring students from the NEC trombone studios. Nikki Abissi is a highly accomplished trombonist whose dynamic artistry and dedication to excellence have earned her recognition as a prominent figure in the world of brass performance. With a deep passion for her craft, Nikki combines technical virtuosity with expressive musicality, captivating audien…
Synergy: Jazz + CMA Faculty in Concert
Jordan Hall
Join us for an evening of collaboration and creativity when faculty from NEC’s Jazz and Contemporary Musical Arts departments come together on one stage. Synergy showcases the unique voices of NEC’s renowned artists celebrating connection through sound.
NEC Philharmonia + Opera Presents: Gaetano Donizetti's L'elisir d'amore | Night 2
Jordan Hall
NEC Philharmonia + Opera presents L'elisir d'amore by Gaetano Donizetti and Felice Romani. This performance is conducted by Robert Tweten and directed by Steven Goldste…
Recital: Nick Charlton '26 MM, Contemporary Musical Arts
Pierce Hall
NEC's students meet one-on-one each week with a faculty artist to perfect their craft. As each one leaves NEC to make their mark in the performance world, they present a full, professional recital that is free and open to the public. It's your first look at the artists of tomorrow. Nick Charlton '26 MM studies Contemporary Musical Arts with Lau…
Jaap Blonk Artist Discussion and Workshop
Eben Jordan Ensemble Room
Contemporary Musical Arts welcomes composer, performer, and poet Jaap Blonk to NEC for an artist discussion and workshop in the Eben Jordan Ensemble Room.
Recital: April Lee '26 MM, Piano
Williams Hall
NEC's students meet one-on-one each week with a faculty artist to perfect their craft. As each one leaves NEC to make their mark in the performance world, they present a full, professional recital that is free and open to the public. It's your first look at the artists of tomorrow. April Lee '26 MM studies Piano with HaeSun Paik and Vivian Horn…
Piano Seminar: Yi-Heng Yang | Playing Early Pianos
Keller Room
Join us for a seminar featuring Yi-Heng Yang focused on "Playing Early Pianos," hosted by the NEC Piano Department.
