Viola Level 1

Viola Level 1: 24 Challenges, is for Beginner Viola Players (young or adult) who are either starting from scratch or want to refresh the basics of Viola Playing. It helps building an easy practice routine and makes the first steps on the Violia feel fun, clear and achievable.
This highly motivating beginner method introduces new players to the instrument through an easy-to-follow approach that makes learning feel fun, natural, and seemingly effortless. Carefully structured to build confidence step by step, it gives every new viola player a strong and solid foundation while keeping the viola practice enjoyable and rewarding.

• Each Challenge/Song comes with a Duet part.
• Free Practice Tracks for all 24 Challenges are included and available online.
• A violin version of the same material is available

The Challenges are carefully structured and paced. Starting with plucking open strings to playing arco, harmonics, double strings, string crossings and moving on to playing in first position (first finger pattern).

Why you'll love it

• Clever, new, and engaging: A refreshing approach designed to capture attention and keep beginners motivated.
• Easy to follow: Simplified notation and clear progression helps students master each new skill without feeling rushed.
• Makes learning fun: The songs include a lively mix of traditional tunes, classical pieces, and original compositions, giving students variety, enjoyment, and a real sense of musical achievement from the very first lessons.
• Builds confidence early: Students develop essential technique, rhythm, listening, and playing skills from the start.
• Ideal for teaching: Suitable for individual and group classes, including mixed string teaching

If you are looking for a viola starter book that is clear, motivating, and genuinely enjoyable to use, this is a smart choice. It helps beginners build good habits, understand the basics, and experience the joy of playing music-while giving teachers confidence that the first steps are being taken in the right way.

Elisabeth Stettner is an award-winning violinist and passionate violin teacher with over 20 years of experience teaching at prestigious institutions like the Trinity Laban College of Music and Dance, The American School in London and the North London Conservatoire where she held a teaching position for many years.
Elisabeth received a Postgraduate Diploma from the Royal Academy of Music and a master's degree from the University of Music and Arts in Vienna (Universität für Musik und darstellende Kunst Wien) and performed all over the world. Her aim is to make learning the violin more accessible, fun, motivating, and a more successful experience, for both students and teachers.