Exciting times for our piano area!

The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music Piano area has been very busy lately. Our University of Memphis MTNA (Music Teachers National Association) chapter and faculty member, Dr. Artina McCain presented at the Music Teachers National Association 2021 Virtual Conference. The collegiate MTNA chapter presented on Latin American Composers. Dr. McCain was a conference headliner…

University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble Festival

April 17th A live streamed event featuring high school solo and ensemble performances, clinics from our guest artists and Dr. Shaltis, and a special performance by the UM Percussion Group celebrating the 100th birthday of vibraphone! Guest artists include Brian Nozny (McNeese State) and Ksenija Komljenovic (TAMU-Corpus Christi). Registration is limited! Contact Dr. Shaltis for…

School of Music Alum earns GRAMMY Music Educator Award

Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music alum Dr. Jeffrey Murdock (PhD Music Education, 2015) was awarded the 2021 GRAMMY Music Educator Award during a live stream event held Thursday evening. This award is given annually to an outstanding music educator nominated by other music teachers, school administrators, students, parents or recording academy members. The GRAMMY…

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