The teaching artists of Avivo are my life-long mentors. I use their teachings in every facet of my career as a composer, teacher, conductor and administrator.

Shawn Crouch
Composer
Founder & Director
Miami Choral Academy, 2009 – 2013

My teaching, online education, and community building skills have been greatly influenced by Tom Lopez and all the Avivo mentors.

Joo Won Park, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Music Technology
Community College of Philadelphia

As a teacher educator and professional developer, I have witnessed firsthand Avivo teachers' deep pedagogical commitments to making musical education playful, creative, and responsive to learners' developmental needs.

Carla Finkelstein, Ph.D.
Director,
California Campuses
Bard College
Master of Arts in Teaching Program

The techniques I learned from them help my college theory students gain a much deeper understanding of musical concepts… I am excited to recommend Avivo teaching artists and their creative approach to musicianship!

Dr. Amy Lynne Engelsdorfer
Assistant Professor of Music Theory
Luther College
Decorah, IA

Avivo Teaching Artists provide the most supportive, encouraging space for learning and teach in creative ways that challenge you and help you discover your own voice.

Melissa Lin
Staff Pianist & Piano Faculty
Santa Clara University