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The Academy of Vocal Arts (AVA) is a private, post-baccalaureate opera school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As of 2023, the AVA does not grant degrees, but rather Artist Diplomas to those who complete the full four year course requirement. AVA is a tuition-free institution devoted solely to operatic training and performance.[1] The school was founded in 1934 by Helen Corning Warden.[2]
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| Type | Private opera school |
|---|---|
| Established | 1934 |
| President | Scott Guzielek |
| Students | 22 |
| Location | , , United States |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | Official website |
Notable alumni include Lando Bartolini[1] and Ruth Ann Swenson.[1] The institution maintains a Hall of Fame for Great American Opera Singers which The Opera Quarterly described as equivalent to the kammersänger title in Europe.[3]
References
edit- ^ a b c Janet Berg (February 1995). "Academy of Vocal Arts Marks Anniversary With Opera Extravaganza". American Music Teacher. 44 (4). Music Teachers National Association: 4.
- ^ New York Times 2008 Archived August 20, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Jeannie Williams and Richard Shapp (Spring 1986). "A Singers' Roundtable We Are the Music-Makers". The Opera Quarterly. 4 (1): 61–76. doi:10.1093/oq/4.1.61.