About Us
Nagaland Conservatory of Music was established in the year 2012 by Nagaland Music Education and Arts Society with a goal to foster Music education, Research and Performance in the North Eastern Region of India and beyond. The Society is registered under the Registration of Societies Act, 1860 with the Registrar of Societies, Home Department, Government of Nagaland vide Regd. NO. H/RS-4600 dated 31.3.2006.
Nagaland Conservatory of Music is affiliated with Nagaland University, a Central University by an Act of Parliament (Act No. 35 0f 1989).
We offer two professionally oriented music programs namely;
(i) Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music) a four year degree program under Nagaland University, and
(ii) Music Associate Diploma a two year diploma program designed by Nagaland Conservatory of Music for aspiring Church musicians and School teachers.
BACHELOR OF PERFORMING ARTS (MUSIC) curriculum under Nagaland University is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in music education and performance; by way of intensive training in practical and theoretical aspects of music, equipping students with the skills needed for successful careers in music.
The curriculum focuses on a broad range of musical elements, including voice, instruments, and composition, allowing students to specialize in their areas of interest. Taught by globally recognized full-time faculty.
Upon graduation, our students are certified to teach music at all levels and pursue higher studies to become professional performers, music educators, or entrepreneurs.
We welcome musicians and artists from around the world to join us in progressing their professional careers while contributing to our vibrant local community. Join Nagaland Conservatory of Music and embark on a journey of excellence in music education and performance.
MUSIC ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA is a specialized Diploma program designed to equip music students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in music performance, conducting, theory, composition, and worship leadership.
The primary aim of the course is to prepare capable music leaders for church music ministry and educational institutions.
Through a balanced combination of academic study, practical training, and spiritual formation, students are trained to lead worship, direct choirs, teach music, and contribute effectively to the musical and spiritual life of churches and schools.
Our Mission
The mission of Nagaland Conservatory of Music is to provide specialized music education and professional training at the highest international level, enabling students to develop their musical skills, knowledge, understanding and resourcefulness, enabling them to contribute significantly to the musical life globally.
Our Vision
The vision of the Nagaland Conservatory of Music is to nurture a generation of qualified, responsible, and inspiring leaders in music who will serve schools, churches, and communities with excellence, integrity, and creativity.
We believe that music education plays a vital role in shaping culture, strengthening communities, enriching worship, and developing the holistic growth of individuals.
Through quality training and mentorship, we seek to equip musicians, educators, worship leaders, and artists to make meaningful contributions to society and to elevate the standard of music education across the country and beyond
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NCM Extension Program (NCMeX) is a tuition-based music tutorial program designed to cater to aspiring musicians/students of various age levels. It aims to develop one’s musical skills and abilities and to equip them with skills and training necessary to help them become better musicians.
Under this program, we offer individual classes on voice, piano, guitar and encourage our students to assess their growth/levels by appearing various grade assessment exams
The Norway-India Friendship Library
Our library is known by the name Norway-India Friendship Library, to acknowledge the immense contribution of our friends at Norway; namely, Rikskonsertene and Kulturmix, towards collecting the books and delivering to where it resides today.
The library houses close to two thousand volumes of books, journals, and scores, thus making it one of the well equipped music library in the region.
The library contains books on Music Theory, Biographies, History of Music, Music Encyclopaedia, Dictionaries, and vast collection of music scores, and journals, as well as reference books of various topics.
The Northern Lights Chapel cum Conference Hall
Northern Lights Chapel cum Conference Hall is one of NCM's multi-purpose facilities, with a 150 sitting capacity, utilized as a place of worship as well as for recitals and seminars.
Our Chaplain, Rev. Brian John lead prayer fellowships every Friday evening.
The facility was established with contributions from our friends at Kulturmix, Norway.
NCM at a glance
Nagaland Conservatory of Music was formally inaugurated by the then Chief Minister of Nagaland Shri. Neiphiu Rio on the 24th of August 2012 with the aim to provide specialized music education and professional training at the highest international level, enabling students to develop their musical skills, knowledge, understanding and resourcefulness, propelling them to contribute significantly to the musical life globally.