Our most popular beginner's viola, the Andantino, has been the cherished first instrument of several hundreds of our customers. The Andantino's enticing tone and playability is the product of careful manufacture and our in-house set-up and tonal adjustment. It's a viola that stands out amongst beginner's instruments and it has been the first instrument to accompany many musicians on their journey to a lifetime of music-making.

For small sizes up to 14", it should be noted that this is NOT a violin set-up 'as a viola'. In order to circumvent the issue of the body size being very small for a viola, the ribs have been made wider, hence providing a deeper sound than a violin would. The strings are NOT violin strings with an added C string. They are a full set of viola strings especially designed to produce the roundness and warmth of a viola. These details contribute to providing the thrills of viola playing to young players right from the start, without any compromise on their instrument and sound production.

---

The Andantino viola comes with the following:

Ebony fittings

Full upgrade by Cardiff Violins

Quality VIOLA strings (NOT violin A,D,G and viola C but a full set of VIOLA strings especially designed for small violas)

Brazilwood bow

Rosin

Shaped case with two straps

This model is also available as a Deluxe viola, fitted with the Wittner Finetune-Pegs.

---

Read more here about our quality standards for beginner's instruments and the work our luthiers carry out on our range of beginner's instruments.

Providing your instrument is kept in good condition, it can be used in part-exchange when purchasing your next instrument.

We sometimes stock second-hand beginners' instruments. Please call 02920 227761 for current stock levels.

Young players receiving music tuition at state schools are able to purchase instruments and accessories via their county or school with the VAT deducted. Read more about the Assisted Purchase Scheme here.