The Michael P. Hammond Preparatory Program organizes a monthly recital during the academic year, from September through April. These monthly recitals take place at Rice's prestigious Duncan Recital Hall on the weekend. Students whose chosen piece meet the School's standard for performance are nominated by their teachers to perform in the recital. It is possible for a student to perform in multiple Preparatory Program recitals per academic year. These recitals are free and open to the public, many of which are live streamed. Duncan Recital Hall is a professional and state-of-the-art facility. Therefore, professional concert etiquette for both the performers and the audience is strictly observed during these recitals.
The Preparatory Program also organizes two piano master classes per year in Stude Concert Hall. These master classes are free and open to the public. Preparatory Program students are featured at these master classes, while Shepherd School of Music piano faculty members generally teach at these piano master classes. Please contact Julia Jalbert, Preparatory Program Administrator, for any questions or to request more information.