Presenter: Luca Trombetta This lecture explores the influential teaching legacy of renowned violist Bruno Giuranna, whose contributions to viola pedagogy have shaped generations of performers and teachers worldwide. Through a...
Presenter: Angela Rubin Denzel (Enzo) Abarquez Amy Marcy Cheney Beach (1867–1944) stands as a monumental figure in the history of American classical music, renowned for her achievements as the first...
Presenters: Nethanel Pollak Heidi Castleman In this workshop, I will explore the profound benefits of Qigong for viola players, emphasizing physical wellness and enhanced performance. Qigong, an ancient Chinese practice...
Selected viola ensembles take the stage in this special recital showcasing collaborative artistry and diverse repertoire. Featuring outstanding groups from the festival community, the Ensemble Invitational celebrates the richness of...
Take a midday break to explore the exhibitor hall and connect with distinguished luthiers, bow makers, publishers, and vendors from across the viola world. Discover exceptional instruments, browse sheet music...
Presnter: Brightin Rose Schlumpf Off-the-string bow strokes—such as spiccato, sautillé, and ricochet—are vital tools for string players, particularly in orchestral and audition settings. Yet mastering these strokes remains an ongoing...
Performers: Lauren Hodges Peijun Xu EFM Faculty Three American Folk Hymns for two violas, Kenji Bunch (b. 1973) Lauren Burns Hodges, viola; Peijun June Xu, viola Amazing Grace...
Presenter: Gregory K. Williams Over the past 30+ years, longer than I have been playing the viola, I have been exploring my family tree, absorbing the experiences of my ancestors,...
Teacher: Rose Wollman Observe master teachers in action during these open lessons with festival participants. Students will work one-on-one with Teachers in Residence in a traditional private lesson setting, while...
Presenter: Ames Asbell Violist Ames Asbell shares her journey into composition from the performer’s perspective, informed by a variety of creativity texts and interviews with active violist-composers. This session details...
Presenter: Nora Krohn Creating a sense of ease on both ends of the dynamic spectrum is a worthy goal for any violist: while the acoustic limitations of the instrument can...
Presenter: Sherry Grant The IVS Audio Database, developed by the International Viola Society in collaboration with Music4Viola, is a growing online platform dedicated to rare and lesser-known works for viola...