Boston Symphony Orchestra Music Director Andris Nelsons leads a 2025 master class at the New England Conservatory. Photo by Adam Perri, courtesy of NEC.
In Monday’s (2/23) Berkshire Eagle, a staff-written report states, “On February 12, the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) and New England Conservatory (NEC) launched the ‘BSO x NEC Alliance,’ which formalizes and expands the artistic collaboration between these two institutions. Through an integrated approach to artist cu’tivation, content development, and shared use of campuses and venues, this alliance between a major symphony orchestra and a leading conservatory will fuel innovation and excellence in orchestral music … While the Boston Symphony Orchestra and New England Conservatory have a long history of collaboration, this alliance will strengthen programming and create new opportunities for students and artists to develop their talents and collaborate with world-class musicians … Initial BSO x NEC Alliance programs include: Young Artist Spotlight Series to showcase four NEC artists per season; BSO Guest Soloist Pathway for composers and conductors to engage with NEC through masterclasses, lectures, and rehearsals; Chamber Music Mentorship with Boston Symphony Chamber Players [including] structured collaboration and coaching opportunities; Music Industry Speaker Series at NEC’s Jordan Hall; a joint Honors Youth Chorus, offered at no cost, composed of local students ages eight to 13 from children’s choirs, to receive choral training through NEC Prep’s Choral Department in preparation for performance opportunities with the BSO.”
