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Anyone knows about Otto Jos. Klier ?
Viola: I just bought a viola which is made by Otto Jos. Klier but cannot find any information about it.
From zeno yeung 2 replies - Last 2013-6-4 01:47

Kaplan's new Viola string set
Viola: Query about Kaplan's new viola string set
From Michael Pearson 8 replies - Last 2013-6-4 01:29

Viola Strings...Again
Viola: What should I do?
From Nairobi Young 3 replies - Last 2013-6-3 18:52

Love this Rosin for Viola!
Viola: Jade L'Opera: superior string grab without powdering
From Julie Slama 4 replies - Last 2013-6-3 06:35

Franz Sandner viola
Viola: How can one identify a specific model of a Franz Sandner viola?
From Charles Henry577 1 reply - Last 2013-5-31 12:26

Another Viola String Inquiry
Viola: Which viola string set do you produce the warmest sound with or which set have you seen around most often? Also, what good A strings are out on the market currently besides the typical Larsen and Jargar?
From Kenny Young 23 replies - Last 2013-5-25 22:32

Viola Orchestra teachers/coaches
Viola: I'm a violist and am researching/looking for the "go to person" to learn viola orchestral repertoire in the Tri-State area. I'm interested in learning of a person who has a track record of students who win orchestra jobs. Please help! Thank you.
From Joshua Burgos 7 replies - Last 2013-5-23 19:37

Kodaly Solo Cello Sonata...on viola?
Viola: Is there a viola transcription of this piece?
From Aditya Chander 4 replies - Last 2013-5-1 23:42

Ideal viola size?
Viola: What is the ideal size for a viola?
From Kenny Young 26 replies - Last 2013-4-18 17:30

Which scales should I play for my camp audition?
Viola: I'm not sure which three-octave scales to play.
From Ellie Phillips 2 replies - Last 2013-3-28 05:07

Complete Beginner on Viola- Decisions!
Viola: or, A Complete Novice Throws Himself On The Mercy Of Public Opinion
From John Snyder 10 replies - Last 2013-3-20 07:44

Transcriptions of the major cello concertos on viola!
Viola: n 2012....major 24 concertos in 12 months.....2 concertos in a concert....one violin and one viola concerto on the same stage....Performances including....transcriptions of the major cello concertos on viola!
From Eun Hwan Bai 3 replies - Last 2013-2-12 15:35

Good Viola Cases and bow?
Viola: What is the best viola case and bow that are affordable?
From Brooke Nelson 2 replies - Last 2013-1-27 12:29

Viola practice
Viola: Practicing certain right hand techniques(spiccato, detache,etc).
From Rebecca Sharp 5 replies - Last 2013-1-4 13:02

Viola Performance Majors
Viola: Place for gathering advice on majoring in viola performance, teachers worth auditioning for, and the college audition process in general.
From Sydney Howard 4 replies - Last 2012-12-28 08:23

Hoffmeister vs Walton for auditions
Viola: Is the Hoffmeister concerto in Bb equivalent to the Walton concerto by reputation?
From Clara Raffle 6 replies - Last 2012-12-27 09:14

Viola bow? Codabow Prodigy vs Presto Audition?
Viola: I could use some viola bow advice and also a bow comparison, if anyone has tried the Presto Audition and CodaBow Prodigy.
From Yasmeen Mohammadi 9 replies - Last 2012-12-22 10:40

Classical pieces for the Viola
Viola: Classical pieces for the viola!
From Carolyn Farnand 19 replies - Last 2012-12-21 16:05

Jitka Hosprova
Viola: Does anybody know what kind of viola and strings she uses.
From mike davis 0 replies - Last 2012-12-20 10:09

From violist to violinist?
Viola: Hopefully a reverse discussion on violinists switching to viola.
From William Shipley 6 replies - Last 2012-12-19 00:11

Gliga Gama Viola: If your considering, consider this
Viola: If your considering buying a Gliga from Violinslover.com. Figure in the cost of a setup to get the real price.
From mike davis 0 replies - Last 2012-12-18 08:43

My Indiegogo quest to own a Guy Rabut viola
Viola: I have just a few days left in my Indiegogo campaign to fund the purchase of a beautiful Guy Rabut viola!
From Crista Kende 0 replies - Last 2012-12-14 22:10

Update on Gliga gamma setup (All Good)
Viola: Just in case anybody can benefit from my experience.
From mike davis 0 replies - Last 2012-12-1 01:05

Looking for a high quality 14 to 14 1/2 viola
Viola: I'm looking for a high quality 14 to 14 1/2 inch viola for my small 12 year old daughter.
From Sharon Reagan 8 replies - Last 2012-11-19 18:21

16.5 Inch Vs 15.5 Inch Viola
Viola: A side by side comparison seems like I lost some sound switching to 15.5
From mike davis 20 replies - Last 2012-11-10 11:40

Viola and Violin strings
Viola: I need advice on viola and violin strings
From Nairobi Young 11 replies - Last 2012-11-4 03:04

Telemann Viola Concerto
Viola: Most beautiful concerto for viola. Any others out there like this.
From mike davis 13 replies - Last 2012-11-3 12:21

Do Violists need 2 instruments?
Viola: If big viola equals big sound and small equals faster playablity do violists typically have 2 instruments.
From mike davis 5 replies - Last 2012-10-29 16:06

I need a stronger A string
Viola: My A string sounds quite "thin" compared to the other strings - it needs "beefing up".
From John Doran 27 replies - Last 2012-10-29 06:35

Should I find a smaller instrument?
Viola: Teacher recommends I swap out my 16" viola
From John Bock 12 replies - Last 2012-10-24 11:46

Viola Strings -- Steel C with Synthetic or Gut G and D?
Viola: Wondering about queerly functional string combinations for the thousandth time
From 13 replies - Last 2012-10-22 07:49

Violinists playing viola
Viola: Viola and violin are the same but NOT!
From Kit Jennings 8 replies - Last 2012-10-18 17:37

My Next Viola. Sam Shen 800?
Viola: Looking to go from my first Student viola to a "better one" hopefully.
From mike davis 5 replies - Last 2012-10-5 16:12

Ideal Viola Tone ?
Viola: What is your favorite viola tone quality ?
From Peter Kent 57 replies - Last 2012-10-2 18:26

Heroic Viola
Viola: Viola absorbs impact of SUV, saves boy from even more serious injury
From Bruce Bodden 12 replies - Last 2012-9-20 21:38

Viola Counterpart to Basics: 300 Exercises for Violin
Viola: Is there a Technique Book like this for Viola?
From mike davis 7 replies - Last 2012-9-20 20:59

Summer camps for violists!
Viola: Summer camps for violists! Suggestions?
From Carolyn Farnand 16 replies - Last 2012-9-15 18:28

Thanks for the Larsen A String Tip.
Viola: An Awesome A string cured my groaning problems.
From mike davis 0 replies - Last 2012-9-11 20:24

Best Orchestral Viola Mutes?
Viola: Looking for a viola mute that won't vibrate when I play on the C string.
From Emma Brown 7 replies - Last 2012-9-7 04:54

Viola Arr by M. Kugel Waxman Carmen Fantasy
Viola: I would like to buy Waxman Carmen Fantasy for viola and piano arr by M. Kugel but I cant find it on the net. Is there anyone who can help me out?
From Szczepan Pytel 2 replies - Last 2012-9-4 02:58

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