Detail 01
Book 3 in the series
Assumes prior books' material. Skipping ahead leaves gaps in position work and bowing.
Product detailSKU #1281539726423
Hal LeonardEssential Technique for Strings - Viola 3 Book/Online Audio
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Book three of a viola method series with online audio. For a student who has already worked through the first two books.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Viola students continuing a school string program past year two
- Players who want play-along audio for practice at home
- Teachers standardizing a class on one method series
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Absolute beginners — start at book one, not three
- Violin, cello or bass players; this is viola-only
- Anyone wanting repertoire sheet music rather than technique exercises
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Online audio, not a CD
Play-along tracks stream or download, so you need internet access and a phone, tablet or computer.
Detail 03
Viola edition
Written in alto clef and pitched for viola. A violin copy will not work for a viola student.
Detail 04
12 x 9 inch format
Standard music-book size. Sits on a stand without folding, but needs a clip in a breezy room.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No instrument, strings, or rosin included — this is the book only
- 02Audio access is tied to the book; buying used may mean the code is gone
- 03Check with the teacher which book number the class is on
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need book 1 and 2 first?
Yes. Book 3 builds directly on the technique introduced in the earlier books. Starting here without that foundation will be rough.
02Is there a CD in the book?
No. The audio is online — you access the tracks over the internet rather than from a disc.
03Will this work for violin?
No. This is the viola edition, notated in alto clef. Violin players need the violin book from the series.
04What size is the book?
12 by 9 inches, the standard sheet-music format that fits a normal music stand.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Viola 3 Book/Online Audio
- Bridge Type
- Tremolo
2 detailsOther
- Size
- 12 inch x 9 inch
- Isbn
- 634069306
