University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music

University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music Located in the heart of music-rich Memphis, Tennessee, The Rudi E. With an international reputation for excellence, we have always attracted top talent.

Scheidt School of Music provides the best of both worlds: personal instruction in music from accomplished artist-scholars, and all the benefits of a large, world-class university. Our renowned music program offers bachelor's through doctoral degrees in 29 areas of concentration. As Tennessee's only doctoral degree granting program in music, we are setting the tone for creativity and excellence. We

are a comprehensive music school, known for our diversity and dedication to our role as a cultural and intellectual resource for the university, the city, and the wider musical world. We present more performances than any other music organization in the Mid-South. Our teaching and research are deeply devoted to the preservation and growth of music as an art, a craft, a profession, and a treasury of human wisdom. We encourage civil debate about important ideas and respect commenters’ freedom of speech. We reserve the right to remove all offensive and unrelated comments on our social media outlets. You can contact the administrator at [email protected].

Big news for the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music!Please join us in welcoming acclaimed tenor Dr. Christopher Pfund as ou...
05/27/2026

Big news for the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music!

Please join us in welcoming acclaimed tenor Dr. Christopher Pfund as our newest Associate Professor of Voice, and in celebrating contralto Dr. Megan Grey on her well-deserved elevation to Assistant Professor of Voice!

Their talent, leadership, and passion for vocal artistry bring even more momentum to our voice area and the University of Memphis music community.

Help us give them a huge welcome and congratulations!

Dr. Debra Burns, Dean of the College of Communication and Fine Arts at the University of Memphis, was recently featured ...
05/27/2026

Dr. Debra Burns, Dean of the College of Communication and Fine Arts at the University of Memphis, was recently featured as a guest columnist in The Commercial Appeal, where she highlighted the exciting musical renaissance taking place across Memphis.

In the article, she reflects on the city’s legendary musical roots while showcasing the growing impact of the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music and the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center. She also emphasizes how students, faculty, performers, and community partnerships are helping shape the future of music, performance, and artistic innovation in Memphis.

Her column reinforces an important message: Memphis continues to lead through creativity, culture, and the power of the arts.

Across 30 concentration areas, the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music s deeply integrated with real-world experience.

Congratulations are in order for Dr. Martin McCain, professor of trombone! He has been elected to the Board of Advisors ...
05/04/2026

Congratulations are in order for Dr. Martin McCain, professor of trombone! He has been elected to the Board of Advisors for the International Trombone Association!

His term kicks off June 14, 2026 and runs through summer 2029.

Join us in celebrating this well-earned recognition and continued impact on the global trombone community! 🎶

04/30/2026

Time to celebrate our graduates!
CONGRATULATIONS to soprano Carrie Moscoe graduating with her MM in Vocal Performance. Congratulations- we are so excited for you!

University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music

04/30/2026

Each week, TMEA is proud to highlight a member of our Higher Education Institutional Membership, students who represent the future of music education and performance in Tennessee.

Meet Emily Woelke, Choral Music Education student from the University of Memphis.

About Emily:
Emily Woelke is a senior Choral Music Education major at the University of Memphis. During her time at U of M, she has served as section leader of University Singers, lead soprano of the 2025 DownBeat Award–winning Jazz Singers, Vice President of cNAfME, and President of U of M Blu A Ca****la. She also serves as a music intern at her church.

Outside of being a choir nerd, Emily enjoys coffee, training in Krav Maga and Jiu Jitsu, and spending time with friends.

About her career path Emily says “I am pursuing a career in music because I want to give the next generation a voice and teach them to listen to others — something our world deeply needs!”

04/23/2026

Summer plans just got better!!!

Dr. Albert Nguyen and Pouncer are bringing the energy as they spotlight the 4 incredible camps at Summer at the Scheidt. Music, fun, creativity, and something for EVERYONE.

Your summer starts here!

Register now, link in bio!

career day was a hit!🎶✨our School of Music students connected with industry professionals, sparked meaningful conversati...
04/14/2026

career day was a hit!🎶✨

our School of Music students connected with industry professionals, sparked meaningful conversations and gained valuable insight into the many paths a music career can take!

04/07/2026

UofM Opera is very excited to bring you Song of the Nightingale! Happening April 10 + 11, with both beginning at 7PM in Harris Hall!

Make sure you check out this incredible performance!

For more info, visit memphis.edu/music

we had a VERY strong showing at this year’s Student Research Forum!two of our graduate students took top honors in the L...
04/06/2026

we had a VERY strong showing at this year’s Student Research Forum!

two of our graduate students took top honors in the Liberal & Fine Arts category. Mark Cellini earned 1st place 🥇, and Lora Yopp followed with 2nd 🥈!

Mark’s research looks at how neuroscience-based practice strategies like mental practice, chunking, and deliberate repetition can be brought into ensemble rehearsals to improve both performance and long-term learning. Lora’s work explores how American music conservatories evolved from the European master-apprentice model into more accessible, diverse, and innovative spaces for music study.

Mark will also be presenting this research at the Tennessee Music Educators Association Conference in Nashville, one of the largest gatherings of music educators in the state. It brings together teachers, performers, and industry leaders from across Tennessee, making it a major platform to share new ideas and influence music education 🎶

great work from both!

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Memphis, TN
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