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

News & Events

School of Music Soloist Competition Announced

The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music announces dates for the prestigious annual Soloist Competition.

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Parent and Family Weekend Pop-Up Percussion Concert

Start your Parents' Weekend with a bang! The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music invites you to our lunchtime pop-up concert on the terrace of our new home.

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School of Music is Hiring

With over 300 performances and events and 400+ students, we are looking for additional members to join our team.

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School of Music Bestows Awards on Top Students

The University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is honored to recognize student, faculty and staff achievements with the following awards for the 2021-2022 academic year.

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