The viola is a beautiful and versatile instrument that adds a rich tone to an orchestra or string ensemble. If you are a beginner who is eager to explore a new world of music or an experienced violist ...

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ORANGE — I’ve always found the viola to be the most mysterious and misunderstood member of the orchestra. It doesn’t have front-and-center showboat status of the violin. Or the slippery slope of sound ...

Rob Ashworth is poised to take centre stage as soloist in NZ composer Anthony Ritchie's first viola concerto. Robert Ashworth has just delivered a calf. Admittedly, the cow did most of the work but ...