Holstein Traditional Tertis Viola

Holstein Traditional violas are handcrafted in our select VSA award-winning workshop. These instruments are made from high quality European tonewoods; aged spruce for the top and aged maple for the back and ribs of the instruments. Our Holstein Traditional violas are made in various replicas; copies of instruments made by the old masters.

Lionel Tertis (1876-1975) was an English violist and notable figure in the music world. He was famous as a touring soloist, a professor of viola at the Royal Academy of Music, and was influential in expanding the repertoire for viola. Tertis is also known for developing his own model of viola, and together with violin maker Arthur Richardson, created a unique instrument: a smaller and wider viola that sounds like a larger instrument.

The Setup

Every Holstein violin is setup and adjusted in our Florida workshop. The hand-carved bridge and soundpost are skillfully crafted to match each individual instrument. The setup is finished by installing quality fittings and strings. Every instrument is tested and adjusted to perfection, and goes through our famous 10-point inspection.

Viola Features

Varnish: Hand applied oil varnish
Fingerboard & Fittings: Ebony
Bridge: Hand-carved Holstein 3-Star Bridge
Strings: High quality synthetic core strings by Thomastik or Pirastro

Still not convinced?
You can request this violin on an In-Home-Trial, or request a personal video. If you can't decide between two models, we can record and send a comparison video for you to pick and choose. Chat with us, send us an email, or give us a call (800-595-0592) for a professional consultation.