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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.

Sam Bivens

Dr. Sam Bivens named Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

A string trio performs in front of a projected light of fire/smoke as two dancers wearing EEG brain caps press their hands together

Shepherd School’s Music, Mind and Body Lab to explore intersection of arts, neuroscience, medical humanities

50th Anniversary Events

Rice's Shepherd School dean shares vision for next 50 years

An ensemble of vocalists in long gowns perform on stage in front of a purple background with two Christmas lights made out of twinkle lights

Shepherd School students light up sold-out Spirit of the Season event

Anne Duncan and family at 50th gala

Gala raises $1.5 million celebrating Shepherd's 50th anniversary

Black-and-white vintage photo of brass students and faculty posing with their instruments; overlaid on top is a play button

Celebrating 50 Years of the Shepherd School of Music

Miguel Harth-Bedoya, Sasha Cooke, Pierre Jalbert smile with the Shepherd School Symphony Orchestra for a bow

Encore-worthy evening raises $1.5M for Rice’s Shepherd School of Music

50th Anniversary Magazine

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Newly renovated audience chairs in Duncan Recital Hall with red seat cushions and dark wood

Stude Concert Hall and Duncan Recital Hall get sophisticated makeover

Aerial image of the Shepherd School of Music's two brick buildings at sunset, with the Houston skyline in the background, and the text "The History of the Shepherd School of Music: A Timeline" overlaid

Explore Shepherd's Historical Timeline

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Explore our 25/26 season brochure

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Events Calendar

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