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The American Prize National Nonprofit Competitions in the Performing Arts, the nation’s most comprehensive series of contests in the performing arts, has recognized several standout musicians from the University of Memphis in its 2024 awards. Designed to recognize and reward the best performing artists, directors, ensembles, and composers in the United States, The American Prize…
The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music welcomes Carlos Enrique Santelli as the new Assistant Professor of Voice. Santelli brings a level of vibrancy, experience and passion to the University of Memphis that will both challenge and prepare students for future success as vocal artists. “I’m excited to be counted among the ranks of this…
The University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is excited to welcome Stephen Karr as the new Opera Musical Director. Karr is a compelling interpreter of opera and orchestral works, having appeared as guest conductor in recent seasons with Anchorage Opera and Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera. He has been on staff with opera…
The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Francis Cathlina as the new Director of Choral Activities at the University of Memphis. He will guide the Choral Program of five ensembles through administrative leadership and vision, conduct the University Singers (the flagship SATB ensemble) and Mazi (treble choir),…
The four-time Emmy Award-winning musical competition series, The Voice, aired its 21st season this year and featured a showstopping Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music alumni, Wendy Moten. Born and raised in Memphis, Moten got her start singing early with her time with the Overton High School Choir. Moten’s career has taken her all around…