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Discover the viola on these pages. Read about composing for the instrument and watch Philharmonia viola players demonstrating various techniques including the basics of bowing, pizzicato, harmonics and playing chords.
On this page find out about the ways viola players use their left hand to affect the sound and pitch being produced
Michael Turner of the Philharmonia Orchestra discusses left hand positions on the viola: The basic left hand positions...High positions on the viola...
Vibrato, Glissando and Portamento are all described and demonstrated by Michael Turner of the Philharmonia. In addition their recommended times of use in terms of composition.
