Choosing an instrument is the most important decision any musician can make. It’s not just a major financial investment; it’s also a highly emotional choice that affects both your musicality and your career trajectory.
As a professional violist, it can be difficult to find the right instrument for your needs. To start, professional violas vary widely in price. The best modern violas range from $9,000 to $28,000, whereas some antique violas are valued at $50,000 and up. These price considerations don’t even take your personal tastes into account.
To guide your search, we have curated a list of our favorite professional violas that are currently in stock. These instruments are handmade by contemporary master viola makers whose names may not grace the pages of music history textbooks, but they produce amazing modern violas for professional violists on the rise.
Every professional viola that we carry is handmade by a maker with the extensive expertise, impeccable craftsmanship, and industry recognition to produce top quality instruments.
Dolce Violins’ expert staff play-tests every instrument that we carry, and we are always happy to schedule and in-person consultation. to discuss what you are looking for in your search for a new viola.
The state of Minnesota has long been home to a vibrant and thriving community of luthiers—highly skilled artisans who dedicate their lives to crafting exceptional
You’ve committed so much attention to the purchase of the right viola and now you have to make a decision on a suitable bow to
Nestled on the border of Saxony and Bohemia (modern-day Czech republic), Markneukirchen was already a thriving violin-making center by the 18th century. Its remarkable output
The state of Minnesota has long been home to a vibrant and thriving community of luthiers—highly skilled artisans who dedicate their lives to crafting exceptional
You’ve committed so much attention to the purchase of the right viola and now you have to make a decision on a suitable bow to
Nestled on the border of Saxony and Bohemia (modern-day Czech republic), Markneukirchen was already a thriving violin-making center by the 18th century. Its remarkable output
