AVS News

The AVS announces a Call for Proposals for the 2026 AVS Recording Project! This program supports viola scholarship by assisting violists in releasing a professional recording; this will be the...

The American Viola Society Board welcomes new board members elected by our membership in 2024. These individuals provide a great service the the AVS by creating and administering the organizations...

The American Viola Society announces winners of the 2024 David Dalton Research Competition. This year’s competition brought forth exceptional research that contributes to the advancement and appreciation of the viola. First Prize: Congratulations...

Instruments Available – Applications open until filled! The AVS Viola Bank is a collection of instruments donated by musicians and music lovers for the purpose of loaning quality instruments and bows...

The American Viola Society would like to congratulate the winners of this year's AVS Competitions! Collegiate Solo Competition First prize shared: Alice Ford, Victoria Skinner Third prize: Seth Goodman Senior Solo Competition First prize: Lillianna...

This year's AVS Festival and Primrose International Viola Competition was a tremendous success. and we couldn't have done it without our incredible sponsors and exhibitors! Please take a moment to...