Contemporary Soloist Viola

• Features a solo viola instrument designed for contemporary compositions.
• Requires Kontakt Player 5.8.0 or higher.
• Offers a range of articulations suitable for expressive playing.

Product Overview

Contemporary Soloist Viola offers a collection of expressive and experimental viola articulations, performed by renowned violist Bruce White. The library captures a raw and soulful character, making it suitable for cinematic compositions that require depth and emotional nuance.

Details

The instrument features over 17 articulations, including legato, dark sustains, aggressive shorts, gypsy pizzicato, and various extended techniques like col legno and harmonic glissando. This range allows for a versatile approach to scoring, whether for intimate passages or more dramatic moments. The library is recorded at Air Edel Studios in London, known for its intimate acoustic, using a selection of over 10 modern and vintage microphones to ensure detailed capture.

Five microphone positions—close mono, close stereo, mid, far, and a mixed perspective—provide options for tailoring the sound to fit different contexts. With over 30 custom presets, the library is designed to inspire creativity and facilitate quick integration into projects. The combination of unique articulations and flexible mic options makes this library a valuable tool for composers looking to add characterful viola textures to their scores.