New England Conservatory
The mission of New England Conservatory is the education and training of musicians of all ages from around the world, drawing on the talents of an accomplished faculty, and nurturing individual excellence in a challenging and supportive community dedicated to the highest standards of performance, teaching, and scholarship. In so doing, NEC aspires to ensure that music has a central place in public life and that the broader value of a rigorous musical education is recognized. New England Conservatory has a strong commitment to bringing the arts to the Boston community. The Community Performances and Partnerships Program of New England Conservatory was created to link NEC undergraduate and graduate students with our community while also providing students with performance and teaching skills that are integral to a career in music in the 21st century, a central mission of the institution. Performances in this program are interactive and prepare students to be able to communicate effectively with audiences of all ages. Our community partners represent a broad spectrum of organizations, from schools and day care centers to hospitals and homeless shelters, and our partnership performances take place in locations throughout Boston and the New England region.