Viola Vista - School Edition

Viola Vista – School Edition helps students understand the connection between the viola fingerboard, alto clef notation, and real instrument playing. Designed for classroom instruction, private studios, and independent practice, it supports a wide range of learning styles through clear visual feedback and structured study modes.

From classrooms that require distraction-free tools, to studios seeking more engaging practice methods, and self-learners refining pitch accuracy, Viola Vista serves as a focused visual companion for viola study.

Three Core Study Modes

1. Fingerboard Explorer Explore the relationship between the viola fingerboard and the music staff. Tap notes on either view to see the corresponding position highlighted and hear the pitch, strengthening note recognition and fingerboard awareness.

2. Sight Reading Trainer Build confidence reading alto clef by identifying notes on the fingerboard. A note appears on the staff, and you select the correct position on the viola. Each session includes 10 notes for structured, focused reading practice.

3. Live Pitch Tracker Play your viola and receive real-time visual feedback. The app detects your pitch, displays the note on both the staff and fingerboard, and provides string-based indicators to support accurate finger placement and intonation development.

Classroom-Friendly System Settings

Reset to Defaults Reset all settings to a recommended default configuration with a single tap. This supports quick lesson preparation and consistent use across classes.

String Visibility Control Enable or disable individual strings to focus lessons and practice sessions on specific strings or techniques.

Hand Position Adjustment Select hand positions 1–3, with up to three positions displayed at the same time. This helps visualize fingerboard depth and supports progressive position training.

Visual Scale Selection Choose scales using an interactive Circle of Fifths. Selected scales automatically update the fingerboard and staff, reinforcing key signatures and tonal relationships.

Light / Dark Theme Switch between Light and Dark themes for comfortable use in different environments.

Additional Advanced Settings Scale-only or all-note display Sharp or flat enharmonic preference Microphone sensitivity control Note naming systems selection: C D E, Do Re Mi, or 1 2 3 Adjustable tuning reference (A = 440–445 Hz)

Viola Vista – School Edition combines interactive reference, guided practice, and real-instrument feedback in a single classroom-ready tool—supporting beginners, advancing students, self-learners, and instructors alike.

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