The Shepherd School of Music provides a dedicated faculty of artist-teachers, extraordinary performance opportunities, beautiful facilities, and an unparalleled education at a renowned private university.

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Audition Requirements

Graduate audition requirements

To ensure that our students are fully prepared to meet the demands of the profession, we have created an instructional area entitled Music Career and Skills Enhancement. Specific courses are designed to complement the Shepherd School's superb musical and academic training to help students transition to professional life. Additionally, Rice University's Center for Career Development supports alumni through career counseling and access to career resources.

KEY STATISTICS (college level and above)

Music Faculty: 48 full time, 0 adjunct

Brass • Collaborative Piano • Composition (Performance) • Conducting • Musicology • Organ • Piano • Strings • Vocal Arts/Opera • Winds & Percussion • Piano Chamber Music and Accompanying

Undergraduate Programs / Graduate Programs

Proof of vaccination required? (✔=Yes   ✖=No)

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