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The Ghosts of Versailles

A haunted, hilarious, heartfelt spectacle: Shepherd School opera to present ‘The Ghosts of Versailles’

March 31, 2025

Every single vocalist in the Shepherd School’s opera program has a named role in the performances scheduled for April 11 and 13.

Richard Brown

Richard Brown helped Rice blaze new trail as ‘one of original architects’ of Shepherd School of Music

March 28, 2025

The founding faculty member of the Shepherd School died March 14 at his home in Houston.

Chamber Music Festival

Shepherd School’s free Spring Chamber Music Festival features nearly 120 students performing works by 16 composers

March 26, 2025

This spring’s festival features 24 performances of chamber works by 16 different composers including Beethoven, Brahms, Mendelssohn and Bartók.

Concert Truck

Shepherd School students bringing mobile concert to Eldorado Ballroom

March 25, 2025

The Concert Truck is a mobile stage designed to bring classical music into everyday spaces.

Luke Sutliff

Shepherd School alum Luke Sutliff wins Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition

March 19, 2025

Sutliff was named one of five winners by a distinguished panel of judges, earning a $20,000 cash prize as well as career-defining exposure and networking opportunities.

Karim Al-Zand

Houston Symphony premieres Karim Al-Zand’s ‘Al-Jazari’s Ingenious Clocks’

March 17, 2025

The piece was part of the “Korngold’s Violin Concerto & Cinderella” program, which explored the connections between storytelling and sound.

Ryan McKinny

Opera comes to life in ‘Ryan McKinny & Friends’ recital at Shepherd School

March 13, 2025

A world-class bass-baritone. A showcase of rising vocal talent. A program spanning Wagner to Jake Heggie.

2025 Community Day

Shepherd School of Music welcomes Houston for 50th Anniversary Community Day

March 11, 2025

The Shepherd School of Music invites the Houston community to celebrate its 50th Anniversary Community Day with a free, family friendly event.

Shepherd School Symphony Orchestra

Shepherd School of Music’s Composition Alumni Spotlight to feature works by emerging composers

March 6, 2025

The concert will feature the Shepherd School Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Jerry Hou, performing compositions that highlight the innovative voices emerging from the Shepherd School’s composition program.

Tonya McKinny, Ryan McKinny

Renowned artist Ryan McKinny to perform with Shepherd School students

February 17, 2025

Tickets are now available for the Shepherd School of Music’s upcoming recital “Ryan McKinny & Friends.”

Cristian Măcelaru

Cristian Măcelaru returns to the Shepherd School for 2 February concerts

February 13, 2025

Grammy-winning conductor and alumnus Cristian Măcelaru ’06 ’08 is returning to Rice’s Shepherd School of Music for two upcoming performances, marking his first visit since being named distinguished visiting artist.

A church that burned down in the Los Angeles area due to the fires that have ravaged the area in 2025.

Owls rally in support of victims of Los Angeles fires

February 5, 2025

Owl alums are springing into action to provide assistance for victims of the fires that have ravaged the Los Angeles area.

Jon Kimura Parker

Shepherd School’s Jon Kimura Parker joins Los Angeles Philharmonic for Gershwin performance

February 4, 2025

Parker, who was called upon to replace pianist Yuja Wang due to illness, navigated a whirlwind of logistics to make it to the stage in time.

Caroline Shaw

Caroline Shaw leads Shepherd School alumni earning honors at Grammy Awards

February 3, 2025

Alumni from Rice’s Shepherd School of Music were well represented at the 67th annual Grammy Awards.

Master Class

Opera scenes master class brings acclaimed artists Tonya and Ryan McKinny to Shepherd School stage

January 31, 2025

For opera enthusiasts, music students and newcomers alike, this is a rare opportunity to witness the intersection of talent, technique and theatrical storytelling.

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