Gamifying the practice room
Presenter: Nick Revel What if learning etudes felt like casting spells in epic boss battles? DragonScales: The Hero Levels – 25 Fantasy Etudes to Slay Evil invites violists into a...
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Room 142/Choir Room (Music)
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AVS Shared Recital: Reimagining Beethoven’s Violin Sonatas for Viola
Recital Hall (Forbes)Performers: Eric Wong John Paul Younes Tanav Gowda Nathan Cheung Sonata for Viola and Piano No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12, No. 1 Allegro con brio Tema con variazioni:...
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Integrating Pop Music and Diverse Composers into the Beginner Viola Studio
Room 321 (Music)Presenter: Johanna Beaver Today’s young violists want to play music that reflects their world—and too often, our teaching materials don’t. While there’s been progress in programming works by women and...
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Exhibitor Break: Catered
Forbes Lower Lobby (Downstairs) and Grand Lobby (Upstairs)Join us for a late afternoon bite and browse, with our catered Exhibitor Break. We invite you to explore the exhibitor hall and enjoy the opportunity to meet the experts...
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Signature Artist Concert: Victoria Chiang — Elegance and Expression Across Centuries
Concert Hall (Forbes)Performers: Victoria Chiang David Perry Lynne Ramsey Dr. Kira Omelchenko 2026 AVSF Chamber Orchestra String Quartet of Northern Virginia Renowned violist Victoria Chiang is joined by guest artists Lynne Ramsey...
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Exploring the Life and Work of Karen Ritscher (1952-2025)
Room 108/Large Band Room (Music)Presenters: Hannah Levison Gregory K. Williams Sheila Browne Karen Ritscher’s influence on the viola world is unmeasurable, as she worked with so many students at institutions including the Manhattan School...
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Mass Ensemble Rehearsal
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Lower Lobby (Forbes, Downstairs)We are so excited to welcome you to the 2026 American Viola Society Festival! Check in and pick up your festival credentials, materials, and swag bag! Registration is the first...
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Starting out Suzuki: Practical tips for Utilizing the Suzuki Repertoire and Philosophy for Young Violists
Room 321 (Music)Presenters: Gabrielle Padilla Moly Wilkens-Reed Our session is a deep dive into Suzuki viola book 1 and the Suzuki philosophy as it applies to teaching young violists. We will discuss...
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Adapting Cello Repertoire: Sacrifices and Advantages, Examined Through Francis Poulenc’s Cello Sonata
Room 142/Choir Room (Music)Presenters: Anna-Sofia Botti Nicholas Lindell Francis Poulenc’s 1940s Sonata for Cello and Piano carries a notorious reputation for its diabolical difficulty. After dreaming of stepping up to the challenge, I...
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5 Rhythms Workshop in Honor of Karen Ritscher (1952–2025), led by Jeffrey Boyton
Room 108/Large Band Room (Music)Teacher: Jeffrey Boynton Join Jeffrey Boynton for a special 5 Rhythms workshop honoring the life and legacy of violist and educator Karen Ritscher. Rooted in movement, rhythm, and creative expression,...
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AVSF Ensemble Invitational Masterclass: String Quartet of Northern Virginia
Room 1115 (Forbes)Presenter: String Quartet of Northern Virginia The String Quartet of Northern Virginia, Ensemble-in-Residence for the American Viola Society Festival, leads this invitational masterclass featuring selected festival ensembles. Participants will perform...