Shepherd School

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

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

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

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

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

Shepherd School students bringing mobile concert to Eldorado Ballroom

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Renowned artist Ryan McKinny to perform with Shepherd School students

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

Cristian Măcelaru returns to the Shepherd School for 2 February concerts

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.

Owls rally in support of victims of Los Angeles fires

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

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

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 leads Shepherd School alumni earning honors at Grammy Awards

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

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

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