Name of School:
New England Conservatory
Location:
Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Type of School:
Private, coeducational
Courses/Degrees Offered:
Bachelor's Degree: In woodwinds, brasswinds, strings, percussion and keyboard instruments. Also, jazz studies, composition, improvisation, performance, music history, theory, etc.
Graduate Degree: In woodwinds, brasswinds, strings, percussion, keyboard instrument, jazz studies, contemporary improvisation, vocal pedagogy, historical performance, composition, etc.
The Master of Music and Doctor of Musical Arts degrees are likewise offered. A complete list of their course offerings is available at their Web site.
Quick Facts:
Founded in 1867 by Eben Tourjée; it is considered the oldest and leading music conservatory in the U.S.. Students perform in concerts led by reputable conductors. Their library is equipped with video and sound recordings; the conservatory also has an electronic music studio.
In June 2007, Tony Woodcock became NEC's President. Thomas Novak is the current dean of the college.
Website:
More information is available at the New England Conservatory Web site
