Welcome 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. SIGN UP FOR WEEKLY LIVE STREAM EMAILS SIGN UP FOR WEEKLY EMAILS virtual Performances Shepherd School Orchestra Virtual Performance Series Performance Today American Public Media's "Performance Today" features Horn student Lauren Anker MUSE News Musicians United for Social Equality (MUSE) Virtual Instrument Demonstrations At Home with Shepherd School Musicians