Richard’s Music
The Foundation is the owner of the royalties, manuscripts and printed works of Richard Shephard and Trustees are currently undertaking a project to ensure the proper management of these elements.
In the meantime, Richard’s music can be accessed at the following sites:
RSCM Music Direct (rscmshop.com)
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Our History
The Richard Shephard Music Foundation is a registered Charity (1189066) established in April 2020. Dr Richard Shephard (1949-2021) was one of the most significant composers of church music of his time.
As a composer, conductor, teacher, administrator and performer, Richard Shephard contributed more to the musical life of Yorkshire than anyone of his generation. A leading composer of church music and of operas for children, Richard was also Chair of the Ryedale Festival and a brilliantly diplomatic Chair of the Leeds International Piano Competition.
This obituary (LINK) written for The Friends of York Minster Annual Report 2022, provides an insight into his life and work.