New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall

04/28/2019

Thank you to everyone who attended tonight’s gala and made a gift in support of the continued legacy of incredible musicianship at NEC! The scholarships that are funded from tonight’s gala will impact young musicians for years to come.

necmusic.edu/gala2019

04/27/2019

Thank you to everyone who participated in yesterday! It was NEC’s first ever Giving Day and we raised 182 gifts totaling $85,612 to support the future of music.

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04/26/2019

We’ve now raised 150 gifts in NEC’s first Giving Day! This achievement has unlocked a $5,000 challenge gift from alumnus Clint Bajakian.

You can continue to support the future of music at until midnight at bit.ly/NEC-now

04/26/2019

Good morning! Today we’re celebrating the inauguration of NEC’s 17th President – Andrea Kalyn! Join us in Jordan Hall at 11:30am for the ceremony and then celebrate with us at our Block Party at 1pm!

necmusic.edu/inaugural-weekend

04/16/2019

NEC's beloved Beethoven statue wants you to participate in on April 26!

is NEC's first ever giving day and we're aiming to raise 100 gifts in the span of 24 hours on April 26 to unlock a $20,000 challenge gift from the NEC Alumni Council and select alumni.

Learn more at necmusic.edu/necnow

10/22/2018

Tomorrow night, NEC Opera's production of Leonard Bernstein's Candide opens in Jordan Hall!

Get your tickets today: necmusic.edu/tickets

09/06/2018

A magical season of free concerts in Jordan Hall awaits! Get your tickets for these upcoming shows today:

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08/01/2018

Today, we are extremely pleased to announce that Andrea Kalyn will become the 17th president of New England Conservatory! Her deep commitment to music excellence, her strong relationship with faculty, and her profound sense of responsibility for music education as a force in the world results in a distinctive leadership profile and we look forward to her joining us in January 2019. As we just concluded celebrations of NEC’s 150th year, Kalyn’s appointment marks a historic moment as we turn to the future. Learn more at www.necmusic.edu/presidential-announcement.

07/25/2018

Over the past few weeks, NEC has released the full performances of the 150th anniversary commissions from Aaron Jay Kernis, Anthony Coleman, and Darcy James Argue — all of which premiered in Jordan Hall. Watch the pieces on NEC's YouTube channel:

07/20/2018

Good morning to everyone except people who use their phones during Jordan Hall concerts.

05/24/2018

On Thursday at 7:30, join us for an evening of music by Tchaikovsky for the 28th Annual Composer Celebration! The program includes performances by different NEC Prep ensembles as well as In Mo Yang '17 AD, Brannon Cho '19 AD, and more.

Tickets: https://necmusic.edu/event/10351

05/21/2018

At New England Conservatory's 147th Commencement on Sunday, NEC awarded honorary Doctor of Music degrees to Edgar Meyer, Joseph L. Bower, Herbie Hancock, and Peter Lyman Row.

Edgar Meyer is a bassist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer. His honorary degree was presented by Hankus Netsky.

Joseph L. Bower has been a dedicated member of the New England Conservatory family for more then 32 years. His honorary degree was presented by Kennett Burnes.

Herbie Hancock is an award-winning jazz composer and performer who has transcended genres while maintaining his unmistakable artistic voice. His honorary degree was presented by Ken Schaphorst.

Peter Lyman Row was a member of the faculty since 1973 and served as Dean of New England Conservatory from 1983 to 1990 and Provost from 1990 to 1996 and from 2000 to 2004.