Volunteer Spotlight!
Ava Silva Costa
Founder, Arturo Healing Hearts
Instrument: Violin
School: Ranney School
Joined: July 2025
Favorite Piece to Play for Patients: Ashokan Farewell by Jay Ungar
Why I Volunteer:
“I created Arturo Healing Hearts because I’ve seen how music can reach where words cannot. Playing in hospitals has shown me that something as simple as a few notes can offer comfort, connection, and even healing to someone going through an incredibly hard time. When I perform, I’m not just playing for patients—I’m sharing my heart and giving them a moment of peace. That’s the most meaningful thing I can do.”
Fun Fact: Ava named her violin Arturo, and he’s been her musical companion through some of her most meaningful performances—including the ones that inspired this nonprofit.
