Violas are very delicate instruments that can get scratched or broken very easily since they are carefully constructed from fragile wood. Despite how careful you may be with your viola, it’s likely to get injured or broken if you don’t protect it well. In order to protect your viola from any major damage, you will want … Read more
Buying a viola is a complicated process so you need to know what viola brand to buy. You need to buy a viola brand that is known for high quality workmanship. Quality is shown through the external beauty of the instrument and also the sound. Our list is based on quality and affordability, and is intended … Read more
Cecilio CEVN-2Y Electric Viola Wood Violins Stingray WV-SVX5/RD Electric Viola Stagg EVA 4/4-BK Silent Viola Cecilio 4/4 CEVN-1BK Electric Viola Merano MVE20BK-A Electric Viola NS Designs NXT4a-VA-BK NXT4a Electric Viola NS Design CR4 Electric Viola Merano MVE10WT-A Electric Viola Yamaha YEV104BL Electric Viola Yamaha SV-130 Series Silent Electric Viola What Else You May Need While … Read more
This is our 2016 best viola strings rankings. See our new best viola strings rankings updated for 2017. Strings are one of the most important parts of the viola as they, when combined with a bow, ultimately produce the beautiful tones that violas are known for so it is therefore it is vital for you to … Read more
Beginner viola players need an instrument that is both ready-to-play out-of-the-box and is cost-effective since they may not continue playing for long. Our comprehensive list of beginner viola brands below has been evaluated by our staff to ensure that they are both beginner- and budget-friendly. Each of the viola outfits below comes with a minimum … Read more
Kun K400C Viola Shoulder Rest – Kun is by far the most common viola and violin shoulder rest brand. A real classic, this should rest boasts collapsible and adjustable feet to limit space taken up in a viola case and fit a wide range of viola sizes.
Are you looking for a student viola? Look no further than the Cecilio CVA-500 – a teacher approved viola. The viola is even suitable for the intermediate player. Cecilio is an old time favorite when it comes to making violins and violas as they produce quality instruments and bows. Cecilio has been in the instrument … Read more
Musicians have to travel to different places time and again. Viola players, in particular, need to carry with them their musical instrument wherever they go – whether they are a part of a touring band or they are asked to perform. Either way, a traveling viola player should be aware that the humidity of the … Read more
Cecilio violas are one of the most well-known beginner viola brands and consistently our #1 rated beginner viola brand. The Cecilio CVA-400 in particular is our recommended viola for new violists because of the quality of the instrument and the value of the traditional outfit. While one of the cheapest beginner viola options, the Cecilio … Read more
A viola mute is a small accessory, usually made of rubber, that attaches to the bridge of a viola and “mutes” the viola by dampening the higher notes. This makes the sound much more mellow than usual. Below we’ll discuss the best viola mutes you can buy. Mutes are used throughout many classical pieces and places where mutes … Read more