New England Philharmonic

New England Philharmonic The New England Philharmonic is a volunteer symphony orchestra focused on the performance and foster

The Mission of the New England Philharmonic, a volunteer orchestra, is to foster the composition and the appreciation of contemporary classical music by performing commissions and recent works alongside traditional repertoire in concerts that engage and electrify audiences.

When violinist Elspeth Boyd first joined the New England Philharmonic, she expected something formal and intimidating.In...
05/29/2026

When violinist Elspeth Boyd first joined the New England Philharmonic, she expected something formal and intimidating.

Instead, she found a welcoming artistic community dedicated to curiosity, collaboration, and contemporary music.

“My first impression was how welcoming it felt,” she says. “Anyone who wants to play and partake of music is welcome.”

Through projects like this season’s Black Hole Symphony, Elspeth discovered how immediate and emotionally impactful new music can be.

“When we started to make progress with it, it clicked with me how impactful new music can be,” she reflects. “It was a pivotal moment for me.”

For Elspeth, NEP’s mission matters because it creates space for composers and voices that are too often overlooked elsewhere in the classical music world.

Your support helps make that work possible — creating a place where adventurous music, new ideas, and meaningful artistic connection can thrive.

nephilharmonic.org/support

For trombonist and Music Librarian Liam Tierney, one of the most meaningful parts of the New England Philharmonic experi...
05/26/2026

For trombonist and Music Librarian Liam Tierney, one of the most meaningful parts of the New England Philharmonic experience is the connection between musicians and audiences.

“Audience presence is a huge part of what motivates and excites us,” he says. “We strive for our music to reach people emotionally, intellectually, educationally, and more.”

Liam joined NEP in 2023 and quickly found an orchestra deeply committed to innovation, living composers, and artistic collaboration. In addition to performing in the trombone section, he also serves as the orchestra’s Music Librarian — helping prepare the scores and materials that bring each performance to life.

“Getting to work with sheet music feels like slipping through a secret door,” he says, “delving into history or a composer’s mind.”

As we look ahead to our 50th anniversary season, we’re grateful for the audiences, musicians, volunteers, and supporters who help make NEP a welcoming space for adventurous music-making and shared artistic experiences.

If you’d like to support NEP’s work, you can learn more here: nephilharmonic.org/support

For lead percussionist Sam Schmetterer, one of the most exciting things about performing with the New England Philharmon...
05/22/2026

For lead percussionist Sam Schmetterer, one of the most exciting things about performing with the New England Philharmonic is the music itself.

“One of the things I love about NEP is that as a percussionist, I get to play instead of just waiting and counting,” he says.

That’s because NEP’s commitment to contemporary music places percussion at the center of many ambitious works — from large-scale performances like Britten’s War Requiem to this season’s Black Hole Symphony.

Sam also values the opportunity to collaborate directly with living composers during rehearsals and performances, helping shape new works in real time.

Behind every concert is an enormous collaborative effort involving musicians, composers, instrument rentals, venues, and technical resources.

“NEP occupies a unique position in the Boston orchestral scene,” Sam says, “and we depend on supporters and donors to be able to function.”

Your support helps make performances like these possible.

http://nephilharmonic.org/support

Violinist Meghan Titzer first joined the New England Philharmonic more than a decade ago — stepping into a world of adve...
05/19/2026

Violinist Meghan Titzer first joined the New England Philharmonic more than a decade ago — stepping into a world of adventurous programming, challenging new music, and a deeply supportive musical community.

What keeps her here?

“The way that you can trust people to play new music is different,” she says. “We are more adventurous.”

As we prepare for our 50th anniversary season, we’re grateful for musicians like Meghan who help make NEP a place where artists, composers, and audiences can experience something truly unique together.

Your support helps make this community possible. philharmonic.org/support

Behind every Call for Scores selection is a deep commitment to listening, curiosity, and artistic discovery.We’re gratef...
05/15/2026

Behind every Call for Scores selection is a deep commitment to listening, curiosity, and artistic discovery.

We’re grateful to Composer-in-Residence Carlos Carrillo and Music Director Tianhui Ng for leading this year’s selection process and helping bring extraordinary new voices to the NEP stage.

This year’s winner, Aaron Israel Levin, will join our upcoming season with his work Ten remarks on a city — a powerful addition to a season that continues NEP’s long-standing commitment to living composers and contemporary music.

More soon.

We’re thrilled to announce that composer Aaron Israel Levin is the winner of the New England Philharmonic’s Call for Sco...
05/11/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that composer Aaron Israel Levin is the winner of the New England Philharmonic’s Call for Scores competition for his work Ten remarks on a city.

Aaron writes:

“I am honored to have Ten remarks on a city presented by the New England Philharmonic, an orchestra I have long admired for their imaginative programming, extraordinary musicianship, and deep commitment to contemporary American composers. It is a thrill to collaborate with conductor Tianhui Ng and the NEP musicians in bringing this piece, inspired by the beauty and complexity of urban life, to Boston audiences.”

We are excited to bring this remarkable work to life as part of our upcoming season, and we’re grateful for the artists, audiences, and supporters who help make opportunities like this possible.

Please join us in congratulating Aaron!

05/08/2026

This season brought us moments of discovery, intensity, joy, and connection.

From bold new collaborations and premieres to the vast sonic world of Credo, we’re grateful to every musician, composer, collaborator, volunteer, and audience member who helped bring this season to life.

And as we prepare for our 50th anniversary season, we’re carrying all of this forward with us.

Thank you for being part of it.

There’s a moment at the end of a concert—just after the final note—when everything shifts. A breath. A pause. And then g...
05/06/2026

There’s a moment at the end of a concert—just after the final note—when everything shifts. A breath. A pause. And then gratitude.

This season brought us so much: new music, bold collaborations, and performances that stayed with us long after the hall went quiet. But what we carry forward most is this—what happens when musicians, composers, and audiences come together with a shared sense of purpose.

We're so grateful to share this work with you. Thank you for being part of it. As we look ahead to our 50th anniversary season, we’re excited for what’s still to come.

05/01/2026

We close our 49th season with gratitude.

Songs for Peace brought together orchestra, chorus, and soloists in a powerful final program—one that reflects the kind of music-making this community makes possible.

Thank you to our musicians, collaborators, and audiences for a meaningful season.

We look forward to what’s ahead.

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