Howard Core Academy A21 Model Viola Outfit

The Core Academy Viola is a reliable, entry-level instrument designed to support students as they develop proper technique and tonal control. Crafted with a spruce top and plain maple back and sides, this viola offers a warm, balanced tone ideal for orchestral, ensemble, and solo practice. Its traditional hand-carved design ensures durability, responsiveness, and consistent sound projection.

Built for playability and comfort, the Core Academy Viola features a smooth ebony fingerboard, nut, and saddle, along with an ebony side-mounted chinrest for ergonomic support. The French bridge enhances tonal clarity, while the composite tailpiece with four integrated fine tuners allows for easy and accurate tuning — making it perfect for students refining their skills.

Durable, affordable, and musically expressive, this viola represents Core’s dedication to quality craftsmanship at a student-friendly price point, trusted by teachers and schools across the country.

Key Features

• Hand-carved spruce top with plain maple back and sides
• Inlaid purfling for enhanced durability and traditional appearance
• Ebony fingerboard, pegs, nut, saddle, and side-mounted chinrest
• French bridge for superior tone and projection
• Composite tailpiece with four built-in fine tuners
• D’Addario Prelude strings for consistent, warm tone
• Ideal for beginning to intermediate students

Specifications

Top: Spruce
Back & Sides: Plain Maple
Purfling: Inlaid
Fingerboard & Fittings: Ebony (Pegs, Nut, Saddle, Chinrest, Endbutton)
Bridge: French Bridge
Tailpiece: Composite with 4 Integrated Fine Tuners
Strings: D’Addario Prelude
Tone Quality: Warm, Balanced, and Easy to Play
Level: Student (Beginner to Intermediate)