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This is the second viola of a commission from a viola teacher in Hong Kong, who is building a collection of fine instruments to loan to his pupils. It's my usual cornerless design, which I have made many times over the years and which has helped a fair few fledgling viola players on their way. I've chosen well-seasoned wood for this viola; broad-grained spruce for the front. It has a lovely texture and cuts well, so I think be successful acoustically. The back is a good piece of figured … [Read more...]