New England Conservatory Presents Dave Douglas Residency

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Trumpeter Dave Douglas will work with Boston’s New England Conservatory students during a residency from Jan. 30–Feb. 1. He will also perform a concert with the students at the conclusion of the residency at NEC’s Jordan Hall.

Douglas will conduct two public workshops, on Jan. 30 and Jan. 31 at 1:00, in St. Botolph Hall, 241 St. Botolph St. The workshops and concert are free and open to the public.

For more information go to: newenglandconservatory.edu/concerts



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