Academy of Vocal Arts

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Academy of Vocal Arts
TypePrivate opera school
Established1934
PresidentScott Guzielek
Students22
Location
Philadelphia
,
Pennsylvania
,
United States
CampusUrban
WebsiteOfficial website
Map
The Academy of Vocal Arts as seen from Spruce Street

The Academy of Vocal Arts (AVA) is a private, post-baccalaureate opera school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As of 2023, the AVA grants Artist Diplomas to those who complete the full four-year course requirement, but not degrees. The Artist Diploma is designed to be the equivalent in standards to a Master of Fine Arts in Opera Performance (MFA).[1] AVA is a tuition-free institution of training and performance for opera.[2] The school was founded in 1934 by Helen Corning Warden.[3]

Notable alumni include Lando Bartolini,[2] Ruth Ann Swenson,[2] and Joyce DiDonato.[4] The institution maintains a Hall of Fame for Great American Opera Singers.

References

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  1. ^ "Academy of Vocal Arts". July 7, 2025.
  2. ^ 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.
  3. ^ New York Times 2008 Archived August 20, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
  4. ^ "About Joyce DiDonato". www.johnpierce.us. Retrieved 2024-11-27.
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