Virtuoso Viola

'The viola was definitely not what I expected, it's beautiful, has a beautiful even tone and if anyone is skeptical, I highly recommend their instincts, as I was the biggest skeptic about this. It is 10 times better than I thought it would be.' - C.B.

Experience the viola's full expressive potential with an instrument that delivers rich, mature tone and stunning visual beauty. The Virtuoso viola represents a significant leap in musical sophistication.

What sets the Virtuoso apart:

• Rich, warm tone characterized by great depth and resonance
• Highly figured maple creates breathtaking visual appeal
• Excellent balance across all registers
• Professional responsiveness that enhances your musical expression

Each viola features carefully selected European woods and receives our comprehensive StringWorks Setup™ — a professional luthier setup for optimal performance. Learn more about what makes our setup unique.

Available in multiple sizes: 15", 15.5", 16", 16.5" | Strings: Helicore, Larsen, and Obligato options

Complete your setup: Explore our recommended bow pairings for optimal performance.

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OUTFIT and OUTFIT DISCOUNT!  Do you need a bow and case with your viola?  Click here for our guide and outfit discount. Explore our recommended bow pairings for optimal performance.

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A proven step-up instrument for advancing students ready for deeper tone, greater complexity, and professional-grade response. Every Virtuoso is hand-selected by our team for tonal consistency and visual beauty. Try it with our 14-day home trial — play it at home and at your lessons before you decide.