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Free Concerts at New England Conservatory

The New England Conservatory, which was founded in 1867, offers more than 600 concerts and ePicture 18vents throughout the year, most being held in the historic Jordan Hall. Recognized nationally and internationally as a leader among music schools, New England Conservatory has trained some of the best musicians in town, including nearly half of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

Programs here range from solo recitals and chamber music to orchestral programs and jazz and opera scenes. Most of the concerts are free, and no tickets are required. Those events which require tickets are noted in the concert calendar so be sure to check out the schedule in advance.

Each year, the opera studies department also presents two fully staged opera productions at the Cutler Majestic Theatre in Boston. Both the New England Conservatory and Jordan Hall are National Historic Landmarks.

4. Family Concert Series with BSO March 3-27

Picture 2Classical music thrives in Boston this spring, especially in the hearts and minds of its young men and women. In March, the Boston Symphony Orchestra will join forces with the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras to offer a new series for families. This new partnership allows the BSO to expand its family offerings, and demonstrates both organizations’ commitment to fostering an appreciation of classical music for the next generation.

The first concert will be a performance by the 120-student Boston Youth Symphony, was sold out back in November. Throughout March there will be various “Driving Forces” concerts performed at the BSO, with the final concert on March 27 that will feature the Young People’s String Orchestra made up of aspiring young students just 7-12 years old.

So for a night of classical music performed by some of the world’s finest youth and professional musicians, look no further than BSO family concert series.