In this installment of Notable Neighbors we highlight two people whose connections to NMS exemplify what we are all about. Amity Doolittle and Alex Vlassenkov have also both shaped and enriched my own and my family’s experiences at NMS in innumerable ways. Amity has been our Board Chair for close to three years now and her guidance, wisdom and generosity have set the tone for the steady leadership I have needed to get through...

“The world of reality has its bounds, the world of imagination is boundless.” John-Jacques Rousseau Composing isn’t something reserved for an elite few. When students go to school, they learn to read and write. It is just as important for music students to take what they are learning and...

Cooper Abramson joined the NMS community just this past September, but he has already learned countless lessons he will carry with him for the rest of his life. Cooper is a seventh grader at NMS’s middle school, ATLAS (Academic Theatre Lab on Audubon Street). ATLAS offers a...

At NMS, our teachers and staff are more than educators—they’re mentors, guides, and the heartbeat of our community. For new or emerging teachers, having a seasoned mentor can make all the difference. We’re fortunate to have so many incredible mentors at NMS who are eager to support, inspire, and empower their colleagues.In this series, we’ll spotlight one teacher each month as an invaluable resource in our community, sharing their expertise and passion. Stay tuned to learn more about the amazing individuals who make NMS a truly special place to learn and grow!

Dear NMS Community, Over the winter break, I spent time reading through They Who Speak in Music, a remarkable book from 1956 chronicling the first 45 years of NMS. Understanding our rich history not only grounds me in our mission, but also inspires me with new ways to serve our community....

Tina Lee Hadari has began her journey at at NMS in . In addition to teaching students, Tina has led several cohorts of NMS teaching artists in Teaching Artistry Lab. These workshops explore the evolving role of arts educators, focusing on equity, culturally responsive teaching, and fostering student voice while developing reflective and inclusive teaching practices...

For over six decades, teaching artist Grace Feldman has been instrumental in shaping the musical journey of countless students at Neighborhood Music School. Her dedication spans from introducing preschoolers to the viola da gamba to mentoring pre-teen and teenage members of the Baroque Ensemble, as well as guiding the devoted adult participants of the Never Too Late ensemble. Grace's studio is a haven where everyone is welcomed with warmth, respect, and, true to her name, grace.

For 25 years, Tracey Albert has been a driving force behind dance at NMS. Now Director of Dance & Wellness, she previously served as Dance Department Chair for 21 years. Tracey has expanded our class offerings, launched the Collaborative Choreography Initiative, and co-founded the Premier Dance Company.