The 44th International Viola Congress will be held from September 1-5, 2017 in Wellington, New Zealand. Annual International Viola Congresses aim to promote and encourage the development of new viola repertoire, new insights into existing repertoire, and viola-related research by bringing together international and national artists, organisations, and institutions through public recitals, lectures, and masterclasses. To find out more about the 44th International Viola Congress, click here.

Our March 2017 Update includes information about Early-Bird Registration, our new website updates, IVC Internship Opportunity, Masterclasses, and Discount Accommodation & Travel Tips. 

Early-Bird Registration

Early-bird registration is now open! Save $100 on registration and receive a "delegate rate" NZSO ticket by registering before April 30, 2017.

Contact IVCWgtn2017@gmail.com if you have any questions concerning registration.

Website Updates

Introducing our Presenters & Performers and Collaborating Artists page on the 44th IVC website! Our Presenters & Performers page includes information about each individual presenter/performer, their involvement in the 44th IVC, and links to available biographical information. Our Collaborating Artists page lists information about New Zealand artists and ensembles collaborating with other presenters and performers during the 44th IVC. Take a moment to check out the presenters and performers from 19 different countries coming to Wellington this September! 

IVC Internship Opportunity

The 44th International Viola Congress is delighted to offer internship opportunities to currently enrolled music students at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level. Congress Interns will act as Ambassadors for their respective university, perform a wide range of administrative tasks during the Congress, and will be asked to assist the Congress Manager in 5 events throughout the Congress. Previous experience in administrative assistance, venue or event management, or stage management is preferred but not required. All successful applicants will be offered free Congress registration. ANY currently enrolled university students are eligible to apply. Being a violist is not a requirement. 

Please pass this link on to any interested students! Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until August 1, 2017.

Masterclass Participation

In order to be considered for a Masterclass, please submit the form below before May 31, 2017. Contact IVCWgtn2017@gmail.com for additional information.

Discount Accommodation

& Travel Tips

The 44th International Viola Congress has partnered with Quest on The Terrace, Park Hotel Wellington, and Ibis Wellington  to offer our attendees the best deal for accommodation in Wellington! For more detailed information click the link below or contact IVCWgtn2017@gmail.

Wellington, also known as "the coolest little capital in the world," is delighted to be the 44th host of the International Viola Congress. To find more information about Wellington and all it and New Zealand has to offer, please visit Tourism NZ's website.

Please share our March Update with your friends, colleagues, and networks and check our website and Facebook for more information!