Brooke Esplin, Boston 2019, 'Andrea Amati' 16.5" Viola
Brooke Esplin, Boston 2019, 'Andrea Amati' 16.5" Viola
Brooke Esplin, Boston 2019, 'Andrea Amati' 16.5" Viola
Brooke Esplin, Boston 2019, 'Andrea Amati' 16.5" Viola
Brooke Esplin, Boston 2019, 'Andrea Amati' 16.5" Viola
Brooke Esplin, Boston 2019, 'Andrea Amati' 16.5" Viola

Brooke Esplin

Brooke Esplin, Boston 2019, 'Andrea Amati' 16.5" Viola

Fine American Viola

Sale price$7,500.00
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SKU: FS438

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Viola Sizing Guide

Extend the arm fully, parallel to the floor. Measure from the neck to the middle of the palm. Watch our demo video for more exact directions.

Sizing Chart

SIZE OF VIOLA ARM MEASUREMENT AGE OF STUDENT
12" 20.5" - 21.9” 7-9 YRS
13" 22” - 23.4” 9-11 YRS
14" 23.5” - 24.9” 11-14 YRS
15" 25" -25.9” 14+ YRS
15.5" 26" - 26.4” 14+ YRS
16" 26.5" - 26.9” 14+ YRS
16.5" 27”+ 14+ YRS

Instructional Video

This sizing guide is intended to give you a good idea of what instrument size you or your student should look for. Please consider that this guide is based on our best estimates, but we always recommend that you consult with us, or your teacher before purchasing or renting.

Need Assistance?

Call us at 800-595-0592 or send us an email at support@fiddlershop.com. An expert can answer your questions regarding the instruments and its accessories.

Viola Sizing Guide

Extend the arm fully, parallel to the floor. Measure from the neck to the middle of the palm. Watch our demo video for more exact directions.

Sizing Chart

SIZE OF VIOLA ARM MEASUREMENT AGE OF STUDENT
12" 20.5" - 21.9” 7-9 YRS
13" 22” - 23.4” 9-11 YRS
14" 23.5” - 24.9” 11-14 YRS
15" 25" -25.9” 14+ YRS
15.5" 26" - 26.4” 14+ YRS
16" 26.5" - 26.9” 14+ YRS
16.5" 27”+ 14+ YRS

Instructional Video

This sizing guide is intended to give you a good idea of what instrument size you or your student should look for. Please consider that this guide is based on our best estimates, but we always recommend that you consult with us, or your teacher before purchasing or renting.

Need Assistance?

Call us at 800-595-0592 or send us an email at support@fiddlershop.com. An expert can answer your questions regarding the instruments and its accessories.

Review Videos

We are thrilled to feature this viola made by Brooke Esplin in Boston, 2019. This 16.5" viola is based on the work of Andrea Amati, the eldest luthier of the Amati family. This instrument has a deep and powerful sound, quite warm, with excellent playability.

Viola details
  • Top is made of aged spruce from the Dolomites
  • Back and sides made of Bosnian maple
  • Golden orange oil varnish, subtle antiquing
  • Ebony pegs, tailpiece & chinrest
  • Aubert bridge
  • Pirastro Obligato strings
Sale includes

This viola is backed by our standard warranty and return policy, so you can shop with confidence.

About the Maker

Brooke Esplin

Brooke discovered a talent for woodworking through high school shop classes in her hometown of Phoenix, Arizona. Through a friend she met a local violin maker, Jody Summerford, who became a mentor and helped her to apply to the Violin Making & Repair program at the North Bennet Street School in Boston. After graduating in 2019 she worked in shops in the northeast while continuing to make instruments at home. In 2023, Brooke joined us here at Fiddlershop, and we are grateful to have her on the team.

Customer Reviews