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Hi! I’m Kyla Gabka and I have been studying the performing arts since I was four years old. I am a singer, pianist, violinist, and actress, and I currently offer private virtual violin, viola, piano, and voice lessons.…
I have played the violin for over 25 years taking part in both solo, ensemble and orchestral work and performances. I have been teaching violin for 17 years and teach a range of different styles and genres. I have many…
Hello, my name is Julia! I am an American/English violist and violinist, and I just moved to Montpellier to join the orchestra as Alto second soliste. I am a teacher, performer, and artist, and have been teaching since…
I am an enthusiastic and energetic teacher and have twenty years of experience sharing my love and knowledge of music and violin/viola playing with students of all ages. I come from the UK where I studied at Trinity…
Hello! I am a warm, encouraging and adaptable musician and have recently graduated from the Royal Academy of Music where I studied viola. I am an experienced teacher, with a BMus degree from the Royal Academy of Music,…
Hello, my name is Bernard Kane, I have been playing the violin and viola since before I was a teenager and have an absolute passion for music. I absolutely adore inspiring others to play music. I studied at the Royal…
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Viola lessons focus on tone development, alto clef reading and ensemble sensitivity for orchestral and chamber repertoires.
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Viola lessons: what to expect
Who viola lessons suit
Players aiming for orchestral or chamber music experience or to expand string technique.
A simple learning path for viola
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Posture, bowing and introductory alto clef reading.
Shifting, vibrato and tone production.
Chamber music, orchestral excerpts and audition preparation.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A student viola suitable for size, rosin and a shoulder rest.
- A tuner and exercises for daily tonal development.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Intonation, blend and reading alto clef.
Communication, phrasing and repertoire.
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FAQs about viola lessons
Technique is similar but instrument size and repertoire differ; many progress quickly with good guidance.