Shepherd School of Music
At Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music, we cultivate the mastery of musical performance, combining a conservatory experience with the educational opportunities of a leading research university. Guided by the belief that talent manifests along unique paths, we limit our student body to 275 uniquely gifted young musicians. We give each music major access to world class teachers—all accomplished artists in their own right—dedicated to cultivating talent and professional success. Our faculty is known for their individualized instruction and for equipping musicians with the skills and experience necessary to develop their own esteemed careers.
Celebrating 50 Years of the Shepherd School of Music
Cheers to 50 years! Arts leaders and alumni honor the Shepherd School
Happy New Year from the Shepherd School of Music!
Shepherd School violists perform Vivaldi's Winter Mvt. II
Happy Holidays from the Shepherd School of Music!
Happy Holidays from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University - 2023
A Celebration for Brockman Hall for Opera
MUSE Artist Series: A Conversation with the Marian Anderson String Quartet
A Conversation with Shepherd School of Music Dean Matthew Loden
MUSE Artist Series: Presented by Guests Cellist Anthony Elliott and Flutist Demarre McGill
MUSE Artist Series: Aaron Dworkin: A Wager on Diversity, Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship
Shepherd School’s production of Maurice Ravel L'enfant et les Sortilèges
All-Beethoven: Shepherd School Chamber Music Festival
A Tour from Budapest/Prague to the Americas and Back to Leipzig: Spring Chamber Music Festival
Infinite Variety and Unusual Combinations: Shepherd School Chamber Music Festival
Turn of the 20th Century: Shepherd School Chamber Music Festival
Celebration of Debussy, Ravel and Britten: Spring Chamber Music Festival
Brahms 188th Belated Birthday Concert: Shepherd School Chamber Music Festival
Opening Night String Quartets: Shepherd School Chamber Music Festival
Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance 8
Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance 7
Percussion Ensemble Concert
Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance 6
Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance Series: Virtual Performance 4
Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance Series: Virtual Performance 3
Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance Series: Virtual Performance 2
Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance Series: Virtual Performance 1
Chamber Music Adventures Chapter 4 - Chamber Music Festival