The Shepherd School of Music
Office of Development
Diane McOmie
Director of Development
2231 Alice Pratt Brown Hall
713-348-4992
dmcomie@rice.edu
Holli Ryan
External Relations Coordinator
2232 Alice Pratt Brown Hall
713-348-4157
hryan@rice.edu
- Welcome
- Aspirations
- History of The Shepherd Society
- Join or Renew Online
- Member Events 2011-2012
- Membership Roster
- Officers, Governing Council and Advisory Board
- Profiles in Giving
- Scholarships Awarded
THE SHEPHERD SOCIETY
When you join The Shepherd Society... the benefits are noteworthy!
The Shepherd Society has provided invaluable scholarship support for the Shepherd School for more than 35 years, enabling our talented students to pursue their dreams of becoming professional musicians. Members of The Shepherd Society share a unique sense of pride inknowing that their contributions help to further the high caliber of musical training offered at Rice University. Your investment in the future of these aspiring young musicians strongly reaffirms your belief in the future of classical music in Houston and beyond. Thank you 
in advance for your generous support as we continue our commitment to excellence. We look forward to seeing you at several of the fine performances presentedeach year by Shepherd School faculty and students.
Robert Yekovich, Dean
The Shepherd School of Music
The Shepherd Society offers multiple levels of membership to meet your needs and interests. If you believe in the value of training the most talented, young classical musicians in the world, join securely online and show your support for one of the nation's premier university-level music schools.
Shepherd Society Annual Membership Levels 2011-2012 |
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| Student & Young Alumni Donor ‡ | $25 | Prize Donor* | $1,000 |
| Friend | $50 | Award Donor* | $2,500 |
| High Society Donor ‡ | $75 | Grant Donor* | $5,000 |
| Supporter | $100 | Scholarship Donor* | $10,000 |
| Patron | $250 | Full Tuition Current Use Scholarship* | $25,000 |
| Benefactor | $500 | Endowed Scholarship Donor** | $50,000 |
*Membership gifts of $1,000 or more will enable donors to name a prize, award, grant, or scholarship in their own name or in the name of their choosing. ** Endowed scholarships provide lifetime membership in The Shepherd Society and may be structured over time (up to five years), or established through a planned gift.
‡ Special interest categories
Student and Young Alumni Donor
Become a young philanthropist and show your support for the Shepherd School. This category is open to current students and young alumni (Classes 2006-2011 only).
High Society Donor
For the 20- and 30-something crowd — High Society donors receive invitations to exclusive music and wine tasting events.
Basic Benefits for All Members |
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Receive four concert calendars throughout the academic year (mailed first class to Society members). |
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Postcard invitations for all Shepherd Society Events. |
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An invitation to Opening Night, featuring the Shepherd School Symphony Orchestra and honoring members of The Shepherd Society. |
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An invitation to participate in the Spirit of the Season holiday event. |
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An invitation to the Family Concert, featuring the Shepherd School Chamber Orchestra. |
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An invitation for Tea for Two and Romance X 3 |
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An invitation to participate in The Shepherd Society Annual Meeting and Luncheon. |
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The satisfaction of knowing that you are helping to support the educational goals of aspiring, professional classical musicians. |