Many thanks to Professional Performance Coach Amy Littlewood for sharing some great advice on what to do if you are feeling nervous about an upcoming performance, audition or exam. Feeling worried about performing? If you feel nervous about performing do not worry, you are not alone. There are so many people that have these... Continue Reading →
A huge thank you to Martin Outram, viola soloist and violist of the Maggini Quartet, for this contribution to our British Viola Society Young Violists page. Click on the links to listen to some beautifully played viola music, written by Vaughan Williams. Vaughan Williams and the viola: a short introduction Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) took up the... Continue Reading →
A big thank you to Matthew Jones, for sharing some of his warm-up exercises. Matthew is Senior Tutor of String Chamber Music and Professor of Viola at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London and director of the Pro Corda International Chamber Music Academy Intermediate Course. Selected Yoga exercises and warm-ups for Violists... Continue Reading →
A huge thank you to Helen Michetschläger for sharing her knowledge & expertise. Choosing a new instrument can be daunting, especially a viola, that can come in many different shapes and sizes. In this article Helen explains all the different variables. If you would like to read more about Helen and her wonderful work please Click... Continue Reading →
Not sure if you want to go to Music College?! Everyone has a different journey, some can think of nothing else they would rather do than play the viola, while others explore many different avenues before they decide. Many thanks to Isobel for sharing her story.... My Journey to Music College I was only five... Continue Reading →
A few tips to help you get the most out of your viola lesson...
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