The American Viola Society and the Colburn School announce the 2027 Primrose International Viola Competition, to be held October 28-31 at the Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles, CA. The...
To provide opportunities for our members, the American Viola Society (AVS) announces our 2028 AVS Recording Project! This will be the 6th new full-length recording to be released via the...
Announcing the 2026 David Dalton Research Competition Winners The American Viola Society is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 David Dalton Research Competition, recognizing outstanding scholarship that contributes to the study, documentation, and...
The American Viola Society announces the 2026-27 AVS Internship Program to provide college students and emerging professionals with the opportunity to contribute to AVS programs while developing their skills under...
Dear AVS Members, Greetings! It is a joy and an honor to begin my term as President of the American Viola Society. I would first like to thank Ames Asbell for...
Summer reading for violists has arrived! Explore the latest contributions to viola scholarship, including new research and perspectives on performance, teaching, repertoire, and the instrument’s rich history. Access the complete digital edition...
As a nonprofit arts organization, the American Viola Society relies on the expertise and energy of a working, all-volunteer board composed of players, teachers, and viola lovers. On July 1,...
Congratulations to recipients of 2026 AVS Educator Mini-Grants! Each awardee received $500 to work on the following projects: Sara Maria Blanton will use her mini-grant funding to attend the National Bornoff Workshop...
Congratulations to winners of the 2026 American Viola Society Exhibition of Modern Violas and Bows, held June 3-6, 2026 at the 2026 AVS Festival on the beautiful James Madison University...
The AVS board proudly announces our 2026 AVS Awards, recognizing individuals for outstanding accomplishments in performance, teaching, scholarship, service to the community, and service to the AVS. Congratulations and thanks...