Fiddling for Classical Stiffs – Viola Version by Edward M. Caner introduces classically trained violists to the lively world of traditional fiddling. Published by Latham Music, it features familiar fiddle tunes while developing rhythm, articulation, bowing, and stylistic confidence.

Key Features:

• Traditional fiddle repertoire for viola

• By Edward M. Caner

• Published by Latham Music

• Intermediate level

• Develops rhythm, bowing, and fiddle style

• Ideal for classical violists exploring folk music

Music for Viola III, compiled and edited by Gusztáv Szeredi-Saupe, is a varied EMB collection of 13 works for viola and piano. Featuring music from Frescobaldi and Handel to Dvořák, Saint-Saëns, Rimsky-Korsakov, and Fauré, it offers rewarding repertoire for developing technique, expression, and stylistic versatility.

Key Features:

• 13 works for viola and piano

• Edited by Gusztáv Szeredi-Saupe

• Published by EMB

• Wide variety of composers and musical styles

• Develops technique and musical expression

• Ideal for lessons, examinations, and recitals

First Studies for Viola, Op. 86 by Richard Hofmann is a progressive Edition Peters collection designed to build essential viola technique. Its approachable studies develop intonation, finger control, bowing, articulation, and rhythm, making it a useful foundation for developing players.

Key Features:

• Progressive studies for viola

• Music by Richard Hofmann

• Published by Edition Peters

• Develops fundamental bowing and finger technique

• Ideal for lessons and regular technical practice

Pièces de Concours – Volume 3 completes Schott’s collection of historic Paris Conservatoire repertoire for viola and piano. Featuring Concertinos by Hans Sitt, Heinrich Arends, and Léon Firket, this edition combines rarely heard repertoire with modern fingerings and bowings for greater accessibility.

Key Features:

• Three Concertinos for viola and piano

• Works by Sitt, Arends, and Firket

• Edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot

• Published by Schott Music

• Modern fingerings and bowing indications

• Ideal for advanced study, auditions, and recitals

Ševčík’s School of Technique, Op. 1 – Parts 3 & 4, arranged for viola by Lionel Tertis, is a focused technical study book covering shifting, three-octave scales, arpeggios, double stops, intervals, and harmonics. Published by Bosworth, it is an excellent resource for serious violists developing greater accuracy and technical security.

Key Features:

• For solo viola

• Arranged by Lionel Tertis

• Op. 1, Parts 3 & 4 combined

• Develops shifting, intonation, and double stops

• Includes scales, arpeggios, intervals, and harmonics

• Ideal for systematic technical study

Easy Winners for Viola, arranged by Peter Lawrance, is a lively collection of 59 familiar pieces covering classical music, folk tunes, Christmas favourites, stage songs, and TV themes. Designed for developing violists, it provides an enjoyable way to build technique, sight-reading, and performance confidence.

Key Features:

• 59 varied pieces for solo viola

• Very easy to easy level

• Arranged by Peter Lawrance

• Wide variety of familiar musical styles

• Ideal for lessons, practice, and sight-reading

Up Bow, Down Bow for Viola provides developing players with practical material to strengthen bow control, coordination, articulation, and rhythm, helping to establish a secure foundation for confident viola playing.

Key Features:

• For developing violists

• Focuses on bowing technique

• Improves coordination and articulation

• Develops rhythm and tone control

• Ideal for lessons and practice

Lionel Tertis: The Early Years – Book 1 is a collection of recital favourites associated with the legendary violist Lionel Tertis. Published by Comus Edition for viola and piano, it offers distinctive repertoire that reflects Tertis’s expressive playing style and contribution to the viola.

Key Features:

• For viola and piano

• Published by Comus Edition

• Repertoire arranged and composed by Lionel Tertis

• Drawn from his recital and recording repertoire

• Ideal for advanced study and performance