{"product_id":"andante-iii-by-orion-music-viola-16-inch-outfit","title":"Andante III by Orion Music Viola Outfit (5 sizes)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE SHIPPING\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAUSTRALIA\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- free shipping will automatically apply at checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor schools and music teachers -\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perthmusicshop.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us Page Crescendo Music\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Contact us\u003c\/a\u003e for education pricing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perthmusicshop.com.au\/blogs\/our-brand-keys\/our-brands-strings\" title=\"Violin OVL60\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5787\/1153\/files\/ORION_480x480.png?v=1585658010\" alt=\"\" width=\"321\" height=\"214\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew for 2025, Orion Music proudly presents the \u003cstrong\u003eAndante III viola\u003c\/strong\u003e, the latest entry-level model inspired by the best-selling OVL100 (now rebranded as the Andante II). Made in the same award-winning workshop, the Andante III redefines the standard for student violas—crafted from genuine spruce and maple, partially hand-made with CNC assistance, and hand-finished to a high standard by the Orion Strings team. Featuring a rich ruby red Italian varnish and benefiting from the workshop's recently expanded timber inventory, this instrument offers exceptional quality and value for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Adagio and Andante series violas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Andante violas are crafted as intermediate-level instruments, offering superior quality and craftsmanship. Handmade with higher-grade tonewoods, these violas are meticulously produced in our\u003cstrong\u003e award-winning workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e, which earned first place in the 2014 Malta Violin Making Competition. In contrast, the Adagio series is crafted in a different factory to our exacting standards for entry-level violas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey distinctions include the techniques and finishes: while parts of the Andante viola, such as the neck and body plates, are initially CNC machine-cut from blocks of spruce or maple, the final stages of scraping, planing, and thickness adjustments are done by hand the traditional method. The Andante violas are finished with a natural spirit-based varnish, like those found on professional-grade violas. This varnish is lightweight, enhancing the instrument's resonance, whereas the Adagio series uses a spray-on PU mixture for a more durable and water resistance finish. All Andante violas receive a professional setup in our workshop in Australia for the final touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the Andante III Perfect for Beginner Players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAndante III viola \u003c\/strong\u003eoffers exceptional tonal quality and craftsmanship at its price point, standing out as a truly unique option in today’s market. Built from genuine tonewoods and finished with premium varnishes, each instrument also benefits from our professional setup, ensuring it is ready to play from day one. Designed for growth, the Andante III has the ability to develop its tone over time, and with further adjustments by professional luthiers or upgraded strings, it can perform to an impressively high standard—making it a viola built for success from the very beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Australian luthiers and apprentices ensure every viola is expertly prepared so that every player has an equal opportunity to enjoy a well-made instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term \"outfit\" means this violas comes complete with a case and bow. It includes an oblong (rectangular) case with plenty of pocket space and a wooden bow with an ebony frog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in fractional sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuture trade-in program\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur community promise: all ORION violins, violas, and cellos are eligible for our trade-up program, offering up to 75% credit for the next size or model, subject to the instrument's condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur instruments come with a 2-year warranty*, and we also provide a lifetime of free servicing. Simply visit us and speak with one of our experienced strings technicians!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSolid aged spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged maple back and sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony pegs (decorated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony endpin button (decorated)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic tailpiece with built in fine adjusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional spirit varnish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: Larsen aurora (or similar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwood bow with ebony frog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViola foam hard case\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*2 year warranty applies to the body of the instrument, case, and fittings. Refer to terms and conditions for full warranty guide.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ORION Music","offers":[{"title":"12 inch","offer_id":48233509847270,"sku":"939121000136","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13 inch","offer_id":48233509880038,"sku":"939121000095","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 inch","offer_id":48233509912806,"sku":"939121000096","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 inch","offer_id":48233509945574,"sku":"939121000097","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 inch","offer_id":48233509978342,"sku":"939121000098","price":699.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/5787\/1153\/files\/AndanteIIIviolin.png?v=1787558413","url":"https:\/\/perthmusicshop.com.au\/products\/andante-iii-by-orion-music-viola-16-inch-outfit","provider":"Crescendo Music Perth, Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}