Viola Studies (Paperback)

Lionel Tertis

ISBN 10: 1844497585 / ISBN 13: 9781844497584

Published by Hal Leonard Europe Limited, London, 1998

About this Item

Paperback. (Music Sales America). A superb collection of exercises to help develop bowing style, accuracy, rhythms and wrist speed/strength. These have become some of the most widely used and successful studies and exercises in the first position. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Viola Studies (Paperback)
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Europe Limited, London
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1844497585
• ISBN 13: 9781844497584
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Sevcik for Viola - Opus 2, Part 1: School of Bowing Technique is a focused study collection by Ottakar Sevcik, arranged for viola by Lionel Tertis. Designed for intermediate viola players, it provides systematic exercises to refine bow control, rhythm precision, and wrist flexibility, building a strong technical foundation in first position. This method is widely recognized by teachers and students for its clear, structured approach to developing essential bowing skills and musical confidence.

The collection presents progressive exercises emphasizing coordination between the right hand and instrument. Players develop consistent stroke patterns, smooth bow changes, and dynamic control while reinforcing timing, articulation, and tone production. Each study isolates aspects of bowing technique, helping learners focus on hand and wrist movement, evenness of sound, and expressive phrasing. Repeated practice cultivates rhythm awareness, consistent sound across strings, and mastery of bow distribution and pressure.

Its methodical design suits both individual practice and guided instruction, supporting steady technical growth. Teachers can integrate exercises into lesson plans, while students can use them for focused daily practice. Beyond technique, these studies encourage musical sensitivity, allowing players to translate precise movements into expressive, musical performance in solos, ensembles, and orchestral settings.

Whether for daily practice, lesson study, or supplemental technique work, this book offers intermediate violists a structured path toward greater control, expressiveness, and confidence. It builds a reliable foundation for advanced repertoire while reinforcing habits that carry into performance and ensemble work, making it an indispensable resource for dedicated students and teachers alike.