The Mission of the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music

In one of history's most influential musical cities,
we connect students with their passions.
Creating the perfect harmony–
where teachers, performers, scholars and professionals collaborate.
The sound you'll hear is inspiration.
The rhythm that drives us is excellence.

Core Values of the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music

• Emphasis on excellence
• Student-centered purpose
• Commitment to the city's musical heritage and uniqueness of our geographical location
• Role of teachers is to nurture students' passions and their own
• Commitment to excellence and highest standards in teaching, performance, research and service
• Effective relationship with the broader community and the broader community of professionals
• Technological literacy and excellence in advancement of knowledge
• Collaboration

Goals of the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music

• Ensure the School’s future ability to recruit students and faculty who have the highest standards, dedication, and talent to carry the School of Music mission forward.
• Create an appealing, state-of-the-art learning environment that reflects the overall quality of the School of Music, its faculty, its students, and its programs.
• Increase enrollment to capacity in all studios and programs that are central to our mission and not currently at full potential, and raise the quality of all programs.
• Heighten the identity of the School of Music throughout the Greater Memphis community.
• Strengthen connectivity with the global music community.
• Enhance efforts to build a supportive constituency drawn to the School.