Progressive viola method for young players
The Orchestra Viola FUN Book
What Is This Book?
The Orchestra Viola Fun Book is a step-by-step method designed for second- and third-year viola students who are ready for real orchestra music. It combines graded exercises, fun solos, and engaging duets to build solid technique while keeping practice enjoyable. Clear explanations and a logical progression help young players grow into confident orchestra violists.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for young violists in their second or third year of playing.
Perfect for elementary and middle school string programs.
Useful for private viola lessons and studio teaching.
A great resource for home learners working with a parent or tutor.
Well-suited to school orchestras, youth orchestras, and small ensembles.
Designed for students studying classical, contemporary, or mixed styles.
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
Child-friendly pacing that introduces one new concept at a time.
Clear page layouts with uncluttered notation to reduce visual overload.
Step-by-step skill building from simple patterns to more musical pieces.
Short, achievable exercises that fit easily into daily practice.
Solos and duets that are long enough to feel “real” but not overwhelming.
Written with young attention spans in mind to keep learning fun and manageable.
Approach aligns with a wide range of teaching methods and school curricula.
What Music Does the Book Include?
Progressive technical exercises that prepare students for orchestra parts.
Melodic solos that develop tone, phrasing, and expression.
Engaging viola duets that build ensemble and listening skills.
Pieces that support sight-reading, rhythm reading, and bow control.
Repertoire that works well alongside standard school orchestra music.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book focuses on the music itself and does not include additional extras.
What’s Inside the Book?
Progressive warm-up and technique exercises for viola
Carefully graded solos for developing musical expression
Enjoyable duets for ensemble playing and listening skills
Step-by-step work on music sight-reading
Guidance on proper viola posture and instrument setup
Fundamental bowing patterns and articulations
Practice with basic rhythms and note values
Introductory music theory concepts woven into the lessons
Opportunities for creativity, interpretation, and expression
Content that supports music appreciation and listening skills
Coordinated material that fits well in orchestra class settings
Also available in matching violin, cello, and bass editions for group classes
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Music sight-reading
Proper viola posture
Fundamental bowing techniques
Basic rhythms and steady beat
Elementary music theory
Creativity and musical expression
Music appreciation and listening
Ensemble awareness through duets
Improved tone production
Left-hand technique and finger placement
Confidence playing in an orchestra setting
How to Use This Book
Use as a core method book for second- or third-year viola students in private lessons.
Assign short sections each week for home practice and skill reinforcement.
In school orchestra, use the exercises and duets to prepare students for concert music.
Combine with a main method series as a fun, reinforcing supplement.
Have stand partners play the duets together to strengthen ensemble and rhythm.
Encourage students to review earlier pages regularly to solidify fundamentals.
Direct parents to listen to practice and celebrate each new piece learned.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level is The Orchestra Viola Fun Book?
It is designed for second- and third-year violists who already know basic notes and bowing and are ready for more musical and technical challenges.
Can beginners start with this book?
Complete beginners will do better with a true starter book first; this book works best after at least one year of viola study.
Is this book good for school orchestra programs?
Yes. It is written with young orchestra players in mind and is also available in violin, viola, cello, and bass editions, making it easy to use in group classes.
Can a parent with no music background use this book at home?
Yes. The pacing is clear and the material is straightforward enough that parents can guide practice, especially when paired with regular lessons or school instruction.
Does this book fit with other teaching methods?
Yes. It is designed to complement all major teaching approaches and can be used alongside other method books and orchestra music.
Learn More
For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.