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Graduate student’s recital confronts the tragedy of school shootings through American art song

January 28, 2025

The performance titled “Even the Trees Weep” explored the devastating impact of school shootings through a program of American art songs.

Sandbox Percussion

Sandbox Percussion to perform at Shepherd School of Music Feb. 7

January 27, 2025

The Grammy-nominated ensemble Sandbox Percussion, a leading performer of percussion and contemporary chamber music, will present a guest artist recital at Rice’s Shepherd School of Music at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 in Wortham Theatre at Alice Pratt Brown Hall.

Shepherd School Chamber Players

Stravinsky to Shaw: Shepherd School to showcase musical diversity in back-to-back concerts

January 24, 2025

Both events will showcase the talent of the school’s students and faculty while offering audiences a rich and varied repertoire.

Ten Rice University graduates performed in the 60th inauguration of the President of the United States Jan. 20 as members of “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band.

Rice alumni participate in inauguration as members of ‘The President’s Own’ U.S. Marine Band

January 23, 2025

Ten Rice graduates performed in the 60th inauguration of the President of the United States Jan. 20 as members of “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band.

Lauren Carroll

Shepherd School alumna places third in Houston Grand Opera competition

January 22, 2025

Lauren Carroll ’24, a Shepherd School of Music alumna, earned third place in Houston Grand Opera’s 37th annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers.

Richard Lavenda

Richard Lavenda’s ‘Upon Further Reflection’ set for Jan. 16 premiere

January 6, 2025

On Jan. 16, Rice’s Richard Lavenda will debut “Upon Further Reflection,” the second of seven commissioned works celebrating the Shepherd School of Music’s 50th anniversary.

2024: Year in Review at Rice imagery

2024 Rice wrap: A look back on a year of ‘transformative growth’

December 19, 2024

Rice concluded the year on a high note, celebrating a year of transformative growth, achievements and community spirit.

Birds Are Real

50 years of innovation: Shepherd School premieres first anniversary commission

December 17, 2024

Rice’s Shepherd School of Music marked the beginning of its 50th anniversary celebrations with the Oct. 16 world premiere of “Birds Are Real; Ambushed From Ten Directions.”

Russ Pitman

Alumnus Russ Pitman celebrated for decades of dedication and generosity

December 13, 2024

Russell “Russ” Pitman ’58 visited Rice’s new Academic Quadrangle Dec. 11, marking a significant moment in the institution’s history.

Shepherd School JUMP!

Shepherd School students bridge music and community with ‘inspiring’ JUMP! program

December 11, 2024

The community living room at the Ronald McDonald House on Holcombe Boulevard was alive with music Nov. 12 as patients and their families gathered in the cozy space, some seated on couches, others on chairs pulled close together.

Spirit of the Season 2024

Shepherd School’s delightful ‘Spirit of the Season’ kicks off holiday festivities

December 10, 2024

Rice’s Shepherd School of Music filled Morrison Theater with holiday cheer Dec. 7 during its annual “Spirit of the Season” concert.

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Shepherd School of Music faculty and alumni garner multiple Chamber Music America Awards

December 10, 2024

Rice’s Shepherd School of Music is celebrating an exceptional showing at the Chamber Music America Awards as its faculty and alumni received three of the organization’s top honors.

Yefim Bronfman master class

Famed pianist Yefim Bronfman offers ‘much to reflect on and explore’ in Shepherd School master class

December 4, 2024

Grammy-winning pianist Yefim Bronfman brought his artistry and expertise to Rice’s Shepherd School of Music Dec. 2, leading a master class with graduate students Zhengyi Huang, Saehyun Park, Szuyu Su and Jonathan Mak.

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Harmony in color: Eva LeWitt installation strikes a chord at Shepherd School

December 3, 2024

Meticulously draped inside the Shepherd School of Music’s Alice Pratt Brown Hall, a dazzling interplay of color, texture and movement now graces the wall above the entrance to Duncan Recital Hall.

Liz Freimuth

Alumna Elizabeth Freimuth to join Shepherd School of Music faculty

November 25, 2024

Elizabeth Freimuth ’98, Shepherd School of Music alumna and principal horn of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, will join the Shepherd School faculty as professor of horn in the fall of 2025.

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