New England Conservatory Magazine | Spring 2022

In this second issue of the reimagined NEC Magazine, we highlight the wonderful accomplishments of the NEC community during the 2021-2022 school year. Our feature stories showcase the Community Performances & Partnerships Program; the remarkable 50-year history of the innovative Contemporary Improvisation department; and the powerful teacher-student relationship of tenors Bradley Williams, NEC Voice Chair, and Artist Diploma candidate Anthony León. Other stories include highlights from Commencement 2022; a look back at this year's master classes and visiting artists; celebrating 100 years of influential jazz pianist and faculty member Jaki Byard; a conversation with Monique Van Willingh, Director of Cultural Equity & Belonging; recent accolades awarded to members of the NEC community; honoring recently deceased faculty members; a Proust Questionnaire Playlist with Provost and Dean of Students Ben Sosland; and much more!