Structural characteristics of the viola instrument
The viola is very similar to the violin but with a different size. The size of this instrument is a little bigger than the violin and it is 5 cm longer, because the difference in size is very small, sometimes it is difficult to separate it from the violin. Also, its sound range is lower than that of the violin, and its playing style is similar to that of the violin. In terms of sound range, this instrument has a sound between violin and cello. The body of the instrument consists of four parts: handle, strings, resonating bowl, and bow. The number of strings is the same as that of a violin, four, and since it is larger than a violin, its strings are also thicker. The resonating bowl is pear-shaped and usually made of hardwood such as ebony or rosewood. The bow is also made of horse hair. Among the most important viola players in the world, we can mention Carl Stamitz, Lionel Tertis, William Primrose, Nobuko Imai, Yuri Best, Lawrence Power, etc.
Music in Adelaide
Adelaide is a UNESCO city of music. The city has several annual music festivals and awards, and probably has more live music per capita than any other capital in the Southern Hemisphere. Organizations such as Music SA and the state music development office in the city, with the support of the state government, are helping to nurture the live music industry and the careers of emerging artists. Famous artists such as Paul Kelly, Redgam, Cold Chisel, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Hoods Bala, Untitled, and Guy Sebastian originate from this city.