Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music has unveiled its 2024-25 season. Here is a rundown of the upcoming vocal performances.

First up is the Rice Chorale in concert. The ensemble will perform three times throughout the season.

Performance Dates: Sept. 11 & Nov. 25, 2024 & April 14, 2025

Next up is Ana María Martínez & Friends in Recital. The famed soprano will be joined on stage by opera department students and pianist Bethany Self.

Performance Dates: Sept. 13, 2024

Louis Lohrsaeb will conduct “Alcina.” Crystal Manich directs.

Performance Dates: Nov. 1 & 3, 2024

Ryan McKinny & Friends in Recital” will feature the famed bass-baritone and Shepherd School opera students. Tonya McKinny will direct the showcase.

Performance Dates: Nov. 9, 2024

“Spirit of the Season” will showcase voice and instrumental students in time for the holidays.

Performance Dates: Dec. 7, 2024

There will be a performance spotlighting a world premiere by Richard Lavenda for two vocalists and chamber ensemble. Performers include Thomas Jaber, Marianne Gedigian, Benjamin Kamins, and James Dunham.

Performance Dates: Jan. 16, 2025

Benjamin Manis conducts Patricia Racette’s production of John Corigliano’s “The Ghosts of Versailles.” Productions will be preceded by “Inside Opera: Pre-Show Talks.”

Performance Dates: April 11 & 13, 2025