r/Viola

Does anyone genuinely enjoy listening to their recitals? I record myself daily in the practice room so I’m well aware of how I actually sound, this post is not about that.
I’ve talked to many friends at the conservatory I attend and they all feel the same way. I’ve listened to my friend’s recitals and thought they played well but they hated hearing themselves later on the recording. I listened to one of my friend’s recitals live and tiny intonation slips didn’t bother me very much but on the recording it stood out a lot more. Maybe since an audio recording is a lower quality replication of the actual recital it contributes to the negative perception. It could also just be like hating the sound of your own voice. I’m trying not to view this in an overly pessimistic way, it’s just quite interesting how we are often our own harshest critics. I think after my next recital I’m going to hold off on watching for a long time.

The next musical for my school might have a viola part, and I really want to be in the pit as I've done sound for the past 3 years and want something different but I dont want to get there and be struggling with any treble passages. I am fluent in treble its translation to the viola I struggle in. Does anyone have tips or method books??

I just got back into playing after a 6 year complete hiatus, and I don't remember how we used to play treble clef on a viola. I remember my teacher saying it's an octave below or something. Is that right? let me know, please!!!

I feel like I grip my fingerboard way too much, and it can cause an impact on my left hand. How do I stop??? I feel like it’s also the thing holding me back on vibrato.

I played what it looked like on the violin's clef, including the sharps and flats, then I went into a audio website and changed it to 7 semitones lower. Does this sound like the correct viola part for Vivaldi Winter?

https://reddit.com/link/1tfxlqq/video/ax8jdg3vqq1h1/player

I can’t believe it’s been that long since I first picked up my viola and fell in love with the viola sound. I asked my university orchestra conductor (I was a second violin) about viola teachers and eventually she convinced me to join the section, and that was in my second month of viola too. Our last concert was extremely difficult for me, but also very rewarding. We played Sibelius 7th, and I have to say it was utterly exhausting, but I love our viola solo in the beginning.

Anyways just wanted to say hi cause I’ve been stalking the subreddit but never said anything.

Adult learner whose childhood was spent learning the piano.

I started learning a woodwind instrument 3 months ago and I am really enjoying it. I practise for about half an hour a day and rarely miss practice.

I've had the itch to start another instrument for a month or so now since it is so fun and was thinking of starting the viola since I've never played a string instrument.

Do you think it is advisable/doable ? I do have time to add another 30 minute practise slot to my day to day life.

Hey there!

I'm going down the rabbit hole of kinda sorta maybe upgrading my viola — currently freelancing as a violinist and violist having finished my studies —, and am trying to find the most reasonable deal within my price range (let's call it lowest end of five-figures), which, for me, means getting a 'player', but one I'd, ideally, be able to sell should need be. I've found an instrument I really, really like the sound of, and it feels great in my hands, but it's clearly been through some stuff, and, while well-restored and being sold by a trustworthy dealer, is kind of an ugly duckling compared to some much more pristine (and boring) options.

So I figured I'd read the room and ask you guys: provided the seller is reputable and trustworthy and says that the instrument is in (restored) good condition, would you consider buying such an instrument? I'm trying to gauge just how difficult it would be to find another fool down the line, basically... Or would you suggest I do something else entirely?

Thanks in advance!

So I want to start getting into violas, but I tend to move on from things quickly. So I was wondering if y’all think it would be smart to 3D print a viola? That way I don’t have to spend too much money on it. Then if I’m still enjoying later buy a real one?

Hello, I’ve only ever played the drums before and want to learn the viola, something that’s always seemed interesting to learn. I am 18 years old and have heard from a friend who’s played the violin that it’s too late to learn. Nevertheless, I still want to learn even if I’m a little disheartened. I’m having my first lesson next week and more than a little nervous. I also want to prove to my friend that I can learn
Any tips for learning?