Adam Moxness

Adam Moxness is an Assistant Professor of Theatre and Musical Theatre at Viterbo University's Conservatory for the Performing Arts, holding an MFA in Musical Theatre Vocal Pedagogy from Boston Conservatory at Berklee. He pioneers Universal Design for Voice Teaching (UDVT), creating inclusive environments for neurodivergent students through accessibility-focused frameworks.

His educational background:

• MFA in Musical Theatre Vocal Pedagogy, Boston Conservatory at Berklee

Moxness's research integrates neurodiversity-affirming approaches with vocal physiology to develop UDVT/UDVTT frameworks. His work emphasizes dismantling barriers in voice education through Universal Design principles, ensuring equitable access for students with diverse cognitive and physical needs while maintaining artistic excellence in musical theatre training.

Scientific recognition:

• Clinician for Inclusive Teaching and Learning Grant from Berklee College of Music

As an educator and mentor, Moxness guides students through holistic development of technical skills and artistic expression, emphasizing 'child-like play' for creative exploration. His grant-funded collaborations with Voice Study Centre and Bowling Green State University advance inclusive pedagogy, while upcoming presentations at ASHA and ICVT conferences will disseminate UDVT methodologies globally.

Moxness leads UDVT.studio, developing workshops and online courses that train educators in neurodiversity-affirming vocal pedagogy, with active projects addressing ADHD, autism, and intellectual diversity in voice studios through the 2025 conference circuit.