Shepherd School builds on 50 years with a 2026-27 season of discovery

The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University announced the orchestral, chamber, opera, and faculty recital programming for its 2026–27 season. The school puts its extraordinary students and faculty on full display in the 2026–27 season, which also includes a Texas premiere and multiple world premieres.

“Fresh off its milestone 50th anniversary, the Shepherd School’s 2026–27 season doubles down on discovery,” writes Joel Luks for Culture Map Houston, highlighting what makes Shepherd special: “Craftsmanship behind moments that can feel effortless once the lights dim and the music begins. That dedication has defined Shepherd for more than 50 years, and the 2026–27 season suggests the next movement is well underway.”

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