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.
Teaching music in Scotland
Scotland is known internationally for its traditional music, which remained vibrant throughout the twentieth century until the twenty-first century when many traditional forms around the world lost their popularity to pop music. Despite immigration and the growing association with imported music from the rest of Europe and the United States, Scottish music has retained many of its traditional aspects. In fact, it has influenced many forms of music. The city's most famous instrument is the Bagpipe, whose musicians wear Scotland folk costumes. ProClaimers, Simple Minds, Average White band, Clavin Harris, Paolo Notini, Texas, Luis Capaldi, Perioral Scream, etc. are some of the most important Scottish music stars. The legendary King Tut's Wah Wah Hut has been at the forefront of live music in Scotland for decades and today is one of the most famous venues in the world for new and emerging bands. Tartan Hert Music Festival, Transmet Festival, Glass Glow Summer, Eden Festival, Dark Music Festival, etc. are just some of the world music festivals held in Scotland.