Denyce Graves Masterclass at New England Conservatory

Mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves '88 DP went on from New England Conservatory to build an international performing career, appearing at the Metropolitan Opera and the other major opera houses of the world. She is best known for her portrayals of Carmen and Dalila. But she also offered consolation to the nation in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center when she sang "America the Beautiful" and "The Lord's Prayer" at the Washington National Cathedral during a memorial service for the victims on September 14, 2001, attended by President Bush, members of Congress, other politicians and representatives of foreign governments.

Graves returned to NEC on October 24, 2014 to conduct a masterclass with current voice students. Before the class she was presented with an honorary doctorate.

ABOUT NEW ENGLAND CONSERVATORY
A cultural icon that will mark its 150th anniversary in 2017, New England Conservatory (NEC) is recognized worldwide as a leader among music schools. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, NEC offers rigorous training in an intimate, nurturing community to undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate music students from around the world. Its faculty of 225 boasts internationally esteemed artist-teachers and scholars. NEC alumni go on to fill orchestra chairs, concert hall stages, jazz clubs, recording studios, and arts management positions worldwide. Half of the Boston Symphony Orchestra is composed of NEC-trained musicians and faculty.

The only conservatory in the United States designated a National Historic Landmark, NEC presents more than 1000 free concerts each year. Many of these take place in Jordan Hall (which shares National Historic Landmark status with the school), world-renowned for its superb acoustics and beautifully restored interior.

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