Ava - Violin, Viola
Ava first discovered her love for music in elementary school, beginning viola in the 5th grade and adding flute in the 6th. She has been immersed in the world of music ever since. During her high school years, Ava performed in a variety of ensembles, including the TSYO Philharmonic, TiYO, the Perrysburg Symphony Orchestra, OMEA Regionals and Honors Orchestras, and Solo & Ensemble events. Notably, she studied viola under the mentorship of Melissa Burke right here at Forté Music School, which played a key role in shaping her musicianship and passion for teaching.
After high school, Ava was accepted into the Ohio State University School of Music, where she studied under Dr. Juliet White-Smith. She spent a year there taking private lessons and performing in ensembles before transferring to the University of Toledo. She is now a Multi-Age Music Education major at Toledo, involved in the orchestra, marching band, and a chamber ensemble.
Ava’s love for teaching began early—she served as a student assistant for a middle school orchestra and even conducted one of their concerts. This year, she is thrilled to return to Forté Music School as a teacher, working with GTiYO and leading the chamber ensemble, eager to share the love of music where her own journey began.
After high school, Ava was accepted into the Ohio State University School of Music, where she studied under Dr. Juliet White-Smith. She spent a year there taking private lessons and performing in ensembles before transferring to the University of Toledo. She is now a Multi-Age Music Education major at Toledo, involved in the orchestra, marching band, and a chamber ensemble.
Ava’s love for teaching began early—she served as a student assistant for a middle school orchestra and even conducted one of their concerts. This year, she is thrilled to return to Forté Music School as a teacher, working with GTiYO and leading the chamber ensemble, eager to share the love of music where her own journey began.
