Our donors, and the beneficiaries of their generosity, have stories to share.

Read their inspiring stories below:

Joy McIntyre ’63 MM

“My experience in the classrooms of New England Conservatory was transformative.”

John T. Hsu Scholarship Fund

“I am grateful to have had a life full of music"

Janice Tucker Rhoda '89

"NEC helped shape my positive attitude about teaching and the lasting impact teachers have throughout our lives."

Fenwick Smith

“Music has been good to me.”

John Heiss

“I adore the school. I adore going there every day. I have a class at 2 p.m. today and I can’t wait.”

Eileen Nielsen

“When I enrolled at New England Conservatory, it was a dream come true.”