Intermediate Viola (Grades 5–6)

Welcome to our Intermediate Viola Repertoire, perfect for players at ABRSM Grades 5–6 (equivalent to US Grades 3.5–4 or Suzuki Viola Books 4–5). This collection marks an important transition as violists develop from competent players into confident soloists, commanding the technical facility and musical maturity to bring the viola's unique voice to center stage.

Violists at this level possess substantial instrumental command. Repertoire in this collection features extensive position work including third, fourth, and fifth positions with comfortable shifts and extensions. Students encounter keys up to four sharps or four flats, reading alto clef fluently and beginning to incorporate treble clef in higher passages. Rhythmic sophistication increases with syncopation, mixed meters, and complex subdivision patterns that develop advanced musicianship. Vibrato is expressive and varied, an essential tool for shaping phrases and conveying emotion. Bowing techniques expand to include spiccato, string crossings, and the sophisticated bow control that produces the viola's characteristic warm, resonant tone.

These intermediate viola concertos fulfill important artistic and practical purposes. They provide substantial solo repertoire that positions the viola as a featured melodic instrument, offer appropriate material for Grades 5–6 examinations and auditions, and help violists develop the confidence and stage presence required for advanced performance. Given the relative scarcity of viola solo repertoire, these carefully chosen and arranged works are particularly valuable for building a violist's concert repertoire.

Our collection includes treasured viola works by composers like Telemann and Stamitz (arranged movements), arrangements of beloved cello and violin concertos transposed to honor the viola's unique character, and lyrical pieces that showcase the instrument's rich, middle-register voice. Each arrangement balances technical development with musical substance, ensuring students grow as complete musicians.

Whether you're a teacher seeking examination repertoire for an intermediate violist, a student preparing for youth orchestra auditions, or an orchestra director featuring your viola section, you'll find professional arrangements that inspire and challenge. All scores are instant PDF downloads with full string orchestra parts included. No performance licence required. Explore our intermediate viola collection and discover music that celebrates the viola's distinctive voice whilst building toward advanced repertoire.

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Intermediate Viola (Grades 5–6)

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