Music
The School of Music offers a wide variety of ensembles for both major and non-major students. Some ensembles require auditions in order to participate. Auditions are held each year prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
Choral Ensembles Auditions
Choral Audition Form >Date, Time + Location
Vocal Auditions will be held in-person at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center on:
- August 19-21, 2025
Check-in at Dr. Cathlina’s office (SFPAC 2133) on the second floor 10 minutes before your time.
Students Required to Audition
- All students studying voice in the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music (classical, commercial, jazz, etc.) are required to audition.
- Students wishing to be placed into one of the audition ensembles below will need to
audition:
- University Singers
- Mazi
- Tigerchor
- Jazz Singers
- Auditions are not required to sing in Collegiate Choir (MUAP 2007). Simply register, and you’re in!
Choral Ensembles and Rehearsal Times
|
Choir |
Course |
Rehearsal Time |
Location |
Conductor |
| Jazz Singers | T, R: 3:30-5:30 |
SFPAC 1204 | Dr. Cooper | |
| University Singers | MUAP 3006 | M, W: 1:45-3:15 PM, F: 1:45-2:45 PM |
SFPAC 2113 | Dr. Cathlina |
| Mazi: Soprano/Alto Choir | MUAP 2005 | T. R: 1-2:45 PM | SFPAC 2113 | Joseph Powell |
| Tigerchor: Tenor/Bass Choir | MUAP 2006 | T, R: 1-2:45 PM | SFPAC 2113 | Dr. Frizzell |
| Collegiate Choir | MUAP 2007 |
M,W, F: 3:45-4:45 PM |
SFPAC 2113 | Terry Walker |
If you have additional questions not listed here, email Dr. Cathlina.
Three days before the beginning of each semester, the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music will hold auditions for students who wish to be placed into the school’s instrumental ensembles.
- The University of Memphis Symphony Orchestra
- The University of Memphis Wind Ensemble
- The University of Memphis Symphonic Band
- Southern Comfort Jazz Orchestra
Please read sections below for specific audition information.
CALENDAR
Friday, January 16, 2026
9:00–11:15 a.m. Saxophones
12:00–1:00 p.m. Oboes
1:30–2:15 p.m. Bassoons
2:30–4:30 p.m. Flutes
Saturday, January 17, 2026
9:00–11:00 a.m. Horns
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Clarinets
2:00–3:00 p.m. Euphoniums
3:15–4:15 p.m. Tuba
4:30–6:00 p.m. Trombones
Sunday, January 18, 2026
12:00–2:30 p.m. Percussion
3:00–4:30 p.m. Trumpet
EXCERPTS>
All students at the University of Memphis are invited to audition for The University of Memphis Marching Band, the Mighty Sound of the South.
Drumline
Monday Night Drumline Class:
In preparation for drumline auditions, we offer a free class every Monday night during the spring semester, from 7:30 to 9 PM, in the Communication and Fine Arts Building (CFA), Room 137. The classes are not mandatory to become a drumline member but are highly encouraged, as we will work on the 2025 exercises and audition pieces. We only have a limited number of drums and want everyone that comes to be able to play the entire time, so we ask that you bring your instrument if you are able. Free parking will be available in the lot on Central Avenue. You can view the location of the building and the parking lot on the campus map https://umwa.memphis.edu/campusmap/index.php. For more information or a digital copy of the music, contact Michael Todd at michael.a.l.todd@gmail.com.
Audition:
Auditions for the drumline will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2024 from 9 AM to 5 PM in the Communication and Fine Arts building, room 137, on the University of Memphis campus. The audition will consist of playing in a complete battery setting during the morning, with individual auditions conducted in the afternoon. All material needed for the audition is compiled in a packet, which can be obtained by emailing Michael Todd at michael.a.l.todd@gmail.com. You should be prepared to mark time with all exercises.
If you cannot attend the audition day, you may submit a video audition. The video should include all audition material, must be played on a drum with a metronome, and must be able to see your feet, hands, and face. A link to your video audition should be sent to Michael Todd before 5 PM on April 29 - michael.a.l.todd@gmail.com.
For an electronic copy of the audition packet and answers to any questions regarding the drumline and/or drumline auditions, please contact Michael Todd at michael.a.l.todd@gmail.com.
Colorguard
Auditions for the Colorguard will be held on Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the Elma Roane Field House on the University of Memphis campus. To sign up for the audition and for additional information, please email uofmguard@gmail.com. If you cannot attend the audition on April 29, a video audition may be accepted.
In addition to the fall semester, the University of Memphis Colorguard is also active in the spring as a competitive winter guard. For more information, please email uofmguard@gmail.com.
Tigerettes
The University of Memphis Tigerettes are looking for talented twirlers who can entertain large crowds using charisma and personality. In addition to being a vital part of Mighty Sound of the South performances, Tigerettes are considered ambassadors for our university, and our members must embody the pride and tradition of our institution. If you have what it takes to be a Tigerette, please email the Tigerettes director, Suzanne Jackson, at srhjackson@comcast.net before April 1, 2024.
Visit this website for more information.