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NEMFA 100th Anniversary Festival

 For 100 years, the New England Music Festival Association has brought together outstanding high school musicians and dedicated educators from across New England. In 2027, we honor that legacy with a historic festival year at Mechanics Hall. 

 March 11-13, 2027 -
Mechanics Hall, Worcester, Massachusetts. 

2027 Guest Conductors

Choral Ensemble

Dr. Sandra Snow

 Director of Choral Programs at Michigan State University and founder of the professional women’s chorus mirabai. 

Orchestra Ensemble

John Eells

 Distinguished conductor, educator, and longtime New England festival conductor with national and international guest conducting experience. 

Band Ensemble

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Randal Standridge

 Internationally performed composer, conductor, clinician, and creator of the acclaimed “unBroken Project.” 

Jazz Ensemble

John Fedchock

 World-class jazz trombonist, bandleader, composer, arranger, educator, and two-time Grammy nominee. 


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