The first two violas I made were on the larger side, large enough that it was a bit challenging finding a case that would safely fit them (though I have now found a few good options, luckily!). They both sound fantastic, but are certainly designed for taller players. I’ve decided that my next challenge will be making a smaller viola for players looking for an instrument of a more manageable size.
For this instrument, I decided to design my own pattern using Kevin Kelly’s ”four circles” method, a tool for drawing outlines using geometric principles. The design I came up with is similar to the Conte Vitale Andrea Guarneri viola, though my design is recognizably different enough that I feel comfortable calling it my own.
