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Alumni Spotlight: Mei-Ann Chen ’95, ’98 MM
Praised for her dynamic and passionate conducting style, Taiwanese American conductor and NEC alumna Mei-Ann Chen ’95, ’98 MM is acclaimed for infusing orchestras with energy, enthusiasm and high-level music-making, galvanizing audiences and communities alike. Ms. Chen came to the United States to study violin in 1989 and became the first student in New England Conservatory’s history to receive master’s degrees simultaneously in both violin and conducting.
CI Ensemble
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Jazz/CI Small Ensembles: Zaleski Monk Ensemble & Morris CI Ensemble
NEC: Eben Jordan Ensemble Room
Join us for a selection of works performed by multiple Jazz/CI Small Ensembles.
CI Ensemble
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Jazz Small Ensembles: Nieske Ensemble
NEC: Eben Jordan Ensemble Room
Bob Nieske coaches ensembles in which he encourages students to compose music for the group. The ensemble also performs jazz standards and Bob Nieske originals.
CI Ensemble
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Jazz/CI Small Ensembles: Malek R&B Ensemble, Morris Jazz Ensemble, & Coleman Survivors Breakfast
NEC: Eben Jordan Ensemble Room
Join us for a selection of works performed by multiple Jazz/CI Small Ensembles.
CI Ensemble
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Jazz Small Ensembles: Eade Songwriting Ensemble & Vocal Ensembles
NEC: Eben Jordan Ensemble Room
Dominique Eade's songwriting and vocal ensembles perform in three sets.
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CI Department: Portrait of Abbey Lincoln | Nothing But the Truth (Digital Broadcast)
In this streamed concert—the live version of which took place in Jordan Hall on February 15—CI students (under the guidance of Ran Blake, Eden MacAdam-Somer, and special guest Christine Correa) take a deep dive into the life and work of singer, composer, activist, and actress Abbey Lincoln.
Close-up of violin f-hole
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Recital: Zirui Ray Wang '22 MM, Viola
NEC: 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...

Ethan Iverson
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Faculty Concert: The Music of Ethan Iverson (Digital Broadcast)

In this streamed concert—the live version of which took place in Jordan Hall on February 7—Jazz faculty member Ethan Iverson celebrates his new Blue Note Records album Every Note Is True with a...

Ken Schaphorst conducts the N E C Jazz Orchestra
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NEC Jazz Orchestra: The Music of Jaki Byard (Digital Broadcast)
In celebration of Jaki Byard’s 100th Birthday, the NEC Jazz Orchestra will play repertoire from Jaki Byard’s Apollo Stompers, including “Aluminum Baby,” “Spanish Tinge” and “Up Jumps One.”
Valerie Coleman
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NEC Composers' Series: Mallia, Miljkovic, Mantilla, Moe, & Xiao (Digital Broadcast)
Enjoy this streamed NEC Composers' Series concert—the live version of which took place in Jordan Hall on February 28.