Rice University

The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University has appointed David Chan as Professor of Violin, starting full time in the fall of 2025. Learn more about Chan here!

Ars Lyrica Houston has announced its 2025/26 season, Twists of Fate. This new season explores the unpredictable forces that shape lives, through music that draws on ancient myths, biblical parables, and timeless tales of love, loss, and transformation. 

This summer, vocal music takes center stage at the Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS). The 2025 festival will present the staged world premiere of Siddhartha, She, a recital from Patti LuPone, and more.

The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University has appointed Allegra Lilly, Principal Harp of the Houston Symphony, as Associate Professor of Harp in the fall of 2025. Learn more!

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts will present Grammy Award-winning soprano, and Houston resident Ana María Martínez with renowned Broadway music director and conductor Andy Einhorn. Learn more.

The Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS) will celebrate 76 years of performance and mentorship this summer with almost 200 public events.

Houston Grand Opera has announced the seven finalists for this year's Concert of Arias, the 37th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers, to be presented at the Wortham Theater Center this month.

Fifty-one pianists representing 19 countries (country of origin and residence) have been chosen to compete in the Quarterfinals of Canada's 11th Honens International Piano Competition. Learn more about the finalists!

Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus for six performances of Handel's baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE at Hudson Hall from April 19-May 2, 2025.

Scientists at Houston University discovered that Butoh dance, performed by Vangeline Theater, induces the slowest brain wave activity, marking a significant breakthrough in neuroscience and performance art.

Rice University's Shepherd School of Music is celebrating the appointment of alumnus Cristian Măcelaru and the addition of opera luminary Patrick Summers to its faculty. Măcelaru will serve as distinguished visiting artist from the 2025-26 season through 2027-28, building on the conductor's array of international roles in classical music.

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin announce the addition of four new musicians to their ensemble, enhancing the orchestra's rich musical tradition and talent.

The Library of Congress has revealed the recipients of the 2024 music commissions from the Koussevitzky Foundation, supporting new works by contemporary composers.

The SF Symphony, led by Esa-Pekka Salonen, welcomes seven new musicians for the 2024–25 season, enhancing the orchestra's lineup and bringing fresh talent to the ensemble.

Aspen Music Festival partners with medici.tv, Apple Music Classical, and Carnegie Hall+ for enhanced media coverage and streaming opportunities this summer.