Difference between revisions of "Viola"
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Though similar in shape to a [[violin]], the viola is slightly less smaller and lower in pitch by five notes. The tone of the viola also sets it apart from the [[violin]], being more richer in tone and sound. | Though similar in shape to a [[violin]], the viola is slightly less smaller and lower in pitch by five notes. The tone of the viola also sets it apart from the [[violin]], being more richer in tone and sound. | ||
| − | The viola is subject to many jokes because of its lesser role in orchestral music, implying that one does not require as much talent to play it. However, many musicians claim that the viola is actually more difficult to play and it rewards more than the [[violin]]. | + | The viola is subject to many jokes because of its lesser role in orchestral music, implying that one does not require as much talent to play it. However, many musicians claim that the viola is actually more difficult to play and it rewards more than the [[violin]]. On the other hand, Beethoven did not write any music specifically for the viola, showing that both it and the violin are inferior to the [[piano]]. |
Some famous viola players include [[William Primrose]], [[Paul Hindemith]], [[Yuri Bashmet]], [[Nobuko Imay]], [[John Cale]], and [[Whit Schroder]]. | Some famous viola players include [[William Primrose]], [[Paul Hindemith]], [[Yuri Bashmet]], [[Nobuko Imay]], [[John Cale]], and [[Whit Schroder]]. | ||
Revision as of 06:00, March 14, 2007
The viola is one of the four main String Instruments that comprise a string orchestra. It serves as the alto voice of the violin family.
Though similar in shape to a violin, the viola is slightly less smaller and lower in pitch by five notes. The tone of the viola also sets it apart from the violin, being more richer in tone and sound.
The viola is subject to many jokes because of its lesser role in orchestral music, implying that one does not require as much talent to play it. However, many musicians claim that the viola is actually more difficult to play and it rewards more than the violin. On the other hand, Beethoven did not write any music specifically for the viola, showing that both it and the violin are inferior to the piano.
Some famous viola players include William Primrose, Paul Hindemith, Yuri Bashmet, Nobuko Imay, John Cale, and Whit Schroder.