Please join us for a fascinating discussion with prize-winning violist Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt! Founding violist of the Dover Quartet, Milena played in the group from 2008-2022. During her tenure,...
Please join us as we welcome Nicole Melrose of StringRise to learn more about Trauma-Informed Practices for the String Classroom! Sunday, October 26 5:00-7:00pm Central Time Online via Zoom Click here to register! Students with...
Please join us for a very special evening as we welcome international viola superstar Antoine Tamestit to the AVS Greenroom! One of the most distinguished viola artists of today, Antoine Tamestit...
The AVS is proud to sponsor a unique teacher training opportunity in Fall 2025 – Suzuki VIOLA/Violin Unit 1, taught by Dr. Rebekah Hanson, violist and Suzuki Teacher Trainer. Thanks...
Get focused, learn new practice techniques, and prepare to perform your very best this upcoming school year or season in this informative Q&A session with Dr. Molly Gebrian – violist,...
The American Viola Society proudly announces official guidelines for the 2026 AVS Festival Competitions! Whether you're a solo performer, aspiring orchestral violist, or part of a thriving viola ensemble, there’s an opportunity for...
The AVS Education Committee is pleased to announce the winners of our 2025 AVS Educator Mini-Grants supporting viola pedagogy and education. This program invests in viola teachers, providing our valuable...
50th International Viola Congress January 19-23, 2026 – Paris, France Proposal Deadline: May 31, 2025 The 50th International Viola Congress (IVC) will take place in Paris, France on January 19-23, 2026, hosted by the Société Française de...
The American Viola Society proudly announces the 2026 Maurice Gardner Competition for Composers, seeking new works for the viola. Established in 2010, this biennial competition celebrates the legacy of American...
Register now for the exciting 50th International Viola Congress, to be held in January 19-23 in Paris, France! The Congress Early Bird Discount will be available through September 15, so plan...