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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.

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OperaWire: Shepherd School of Music on Staging Verdi’s ‘Falstaff’ and Supporting the Future of Opera

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Shepherd School’s ‘Falstaff’ captivates audiences across 3-night run

Bass-baritone Tzvi Bat Asherah prepares for next stage in opera career

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Senior Spotlight 2026: Hazel Landers blazes unique trail along interdisciplinary path that Rice helped uncover

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My Rice Life: Inside the Shepherd School Orchestra

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Shepherd School alumni claim 3 of 6 top prizes at Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition

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Stephen Wyrczynski and Ori Kam appointed Professors of Viola, beginning fall 2027

50th Anniversary Events

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Celebrating 50 Years of the Shepherd School of Music

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Explore Shepherd's Historical Timeline

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