Intermediate Violas for Sale
PREMIUM INSTRUMENTS FOR ADVANCING PLAYERS
Advancing viola players need instruments that express the full richness and complexity of the viola's unique voice. Our intermediate violas offer significant upgrades in tone, projection, and responsiveness for serious students and advancing musicians. Featuring premium hand-carved tonewoods with superior craftsmanship, these instruments deliver deeper resonance, more complex overtones, and the warm, rich tone that defines great viola playing. From $945
Why Upgrade to an Intermediate Viola?
As you progress beyond the beginner stage, you'll notice that your technique has developed but your instrument may be limiting your expression. An intermediate viola offers significant improvements in tone complexity, projection, and responsiveness that allow advancing violists to tackle more demanding repertoire and perform at higher levels.
Our intermediate violas range from $945 to $1,695 and feature premium hand-carved tonewoods with superior craftsmanship. The difference is immediately apparent—these instruments produce deeper resonance, richer harmonics, better projection across all registers, and the warm, chocolatey tone that defines great viola playing.
Whether you're preparing for youth orchestra principal positions, all-state ensembles, or college auditions, an intermediate viola provides the tonal sophistication and playability needed to stand out. The investment in a properly made instrument with professional setup pays dividends in your musical development.
What to Look for in an Intermediate Viola
When selecting an intermediate viola, several factors distinguish these instruments from beginner models:
- Wood Selection: Premium aged tonewoods that produce the characteristic warm, dark tone
- Craftsmanship: Superior graduation, arching, and varnish from experienced makers
- Tonal Depth: Richer, more complex sound with better balance across all strings
- Projection: Ability to be heard in ensemble settings without forcing
- Responsiveness: Quick response to bow changes and dynamic nuance
- Professional Setup: Our 3-5 hour setup process maximizes the instrument's acoustic potential
At StringWorks, we work closely with advancing violists to find instruments that match their musical goals. Whether you're preparing for auditions or simply want an instrument that inspires you to practice more, our luthiers will help you find an intermediate viola that elevates your playing.
Finding Your Intermediate Viola
We understand that choosing an intermediate viola is a significant investment. Our free 14-day home trials allow you to experience your viola in lessons, rehearsals, and performances before making a final decision. Many customers also involve their teacher or a trusted musician in the evaluation process.
If you're trading in your beginner viola, our lifetime trade-in program ensures you receive full credit toward your upgrade. When you're ready to explore professional-level instruments, browse our collection of professional violas.