What is a good method to use for viola?

Question

I play the viola and I'd like to just start over and just go over everything again since I haven't really played in awhile. What is a good method or book to use to kinda help me along with that?

Answer 1

It depends on how far back you'd like to go.  You could start with Suzuki and Tune a Day, but if you already play the instrument, you might want to start with the etudes:  Wohlfahrt, Kayser, Mazas, etc.  See:

Viola Literature

http://beststudentviolins.com/sheetmusic...

If you really want a workout, you could buy a full set of the Sevcik.  Last time I checked, the whole set is $82 plus shipping.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Some good books are The Suzuki method books and Muller Rusch books, which have many levels and special books, so as you get more advanced, you cab get new books

Answer 3

i used to play the viola but i switched to cello. when i wanted to try to play the viola i felt like i had forgotten the notes and how to hold it. i used this book called essential elements 2000 for strings to relearn the instrument. it really helped me but the books are kind of easy. since you played before, you might want to start with a higher level book. you can find this book in almost any music store that sells or rents instruments. if you don't see it ask someone who works there.

good luck!

Answer 4

i play violin. i would say start from scratch go to a music book store and but a method AND theory book.i am teaching myself piano so i had to learn another clef but the books helped me alot.

Answer 5

Personally, I like to put my fingers on the strings, move them up and down the fretboard depending on what note or chord I would like to produce, generally while using a bow to make the strings vibrate. On occasion, I will also pluck the strings with my fingers for a different effect.

*Sorry, I know im not being helpful. Its late where I am, and im bored*