The Franz Hoffmann® Amadeus Viola is designed from the ground up to secure your child’s first success and protect your investment in their musical future. Whether your student is just beginning or transitioning from violin, the Amadeus Viola gives them every advantage — an instrument that plays in tune, feels comfortable, and responds beautifully from the very first lesson.

Crafted from quality maple, spruce, and ebony, the Amadeus Viola delivers a warm, clear, responsive sound that encourages students and earns the trust of teachers. The carbon fiber tailpiece with four built-in fine tuners makes tuning effortless for beginners, building confidence and keeping the focus where it belongs — on making music.

Professionally set up by Shar Music’s expert luthiers in Ann Arbor, Michigan, every Amadeus Viola is individually adjusted for smooth peg function, proper string height, and optimal playability before it leaves our workshop. The result is an instrument that feels and plays like it costs far more — a teacher-trusted choice for students at every stage of their early viola journey.

Key features include:

• Quality maple back and sides, spruce top, and ebony fittings
• Carbon fiber tailpiece with four built-in fine tuners for easy tuning
• Hand-carved bridge for optimal tone and response
• Durable nitro varnish finish
• Expert setup by Shar Music luthiers in Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Available in sizes 12", 13", 14", 15", 15.5", 16", and 16.5"

Note: This listing is for the instrument only and does not include accessories. For a complete outfit with bow, case, and rosin, see the Franz Hoffmann® Amadeus Viola Outfit.

Learn more about Shar Music’s expert instrument setup process.