Music’s Next Generation – A College Showcase

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Music’s Next Generation – A College Showcase

Thursday, September 18, 2025
Symphony Hall, Boston

Students from across Boston’s music community showcased their talent and offer their unique take on the future of music. Representing Boston University College of Fine Arts School of Music was the Boston University Choruses, under the direction of Dr. Daniel Parsley.

Repertoire

  • Randall Thompson: The Last Words of David
  • Norman Dello Joio: Come to Me, My Love
  • Florence Price: Praise the Lord
  • Leonard Bernstein: Make Our Garden Grow (from Candide)

Participants

  • Berklee Chinese Music Ensemble
  • Boston University Symphonic Chorus
  • Harvard University Crimson Cellos
  • Mariachi Véritas de Harvard
  • New England Conservatory Chamber Orchestra
  • Northeastern University A Cappella Association for Desi Music
  • Tufts University Jackson Jills

Creatives in Practice

Boston University’s Director of Choral Activities, Daniel Parsley, traveled to Kenya to lead a week of music-making through the International Schools of Southern and Eastern Africa’s Band and Choir Festival, teaching and mentoring young musicians.

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BU AT SYMPHONY HALL

Boston University ensembles perform at Boston’s famed Symphony Hall every year. Learn more about this beloved yearly tradition.

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Photos by Winslow Townson

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