Historical highlights at New England Conservatory

Founded in 1867. The history of New England Conservatory has been nobly written by generations of students.

NEC -- Not Exactly College
Perhaps the one truth that binds most of us. While most of us seem to understand what "conservatory" means, the part about "higher education" remains, to a large extent, a mystery. Of course, this is the path we have chosen, and when we graduate we will have no idea what to do, unless it's staying around to get a Grad Diploma.

NEC -- Not Enough Cash
Most schools are underfunded and go over budget anyways, so what's not to love? One should wonder how the "merit-based scholarship" is awarded. Let's stop kidding ourselves. Money (and power) is controlled by a few. One lady is a cross between Dick Cheney and Al Qaeda; one guy is Duhbuya. And yes, both are on good terms with each other. (Not that good, thank god.) You need to be good and you need to play the right instrument.

NEC -- Not Enough Cellos
There was a time when too many cellists roamed the conservatory. Cellists are lovely people but it's nice that we've moved beyond that point. To be fair, this school has a fair number of rockin' studios.

NEC -- No Ethernet Connection
None. Not even in the dorms. Way to make a statement. No Wi-Fi either. Strong. If you're picking up a signal you're probably stealing it.