# Viola Real — Arco vs Pizzicato sound timbre

> Viola simulation app with bowing, plucking, practice songs, and recording. (iPhone/iPad app by Son Truong Ngoc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viola-real/id1478548805 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Son Truong Ngoc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447240720)
- Category: Games, Music, Music, Simulation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 110 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 46 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-09-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viola-real/id1478548805/reviews.md

## What is Viola Real?

The Viola is a string instrument that is bowed or played with varying techniques. It is slightly larger than a violin and has a lower and deeper sound. Since the 18th century, it has been the middle or alto voice of the violin family, between the violin (which is tuned a perfect fifth above) and the cello (which is tuned an octave below).[5] The strings from low to high are typically tuned to C3, G3, D4, and A4.

In the past, the viola varied in size and style, as did its names. The word viola originates from the Italian language. The Italians often used the term: "viola da braccio" meaning literally: 'of the arm'. "Brazzo" was another Italian word for the viola, which the Germans adopted as Bratsche. The French had their own names: cinquiesme was a small viola, haute contre was a large viola, and taile was a tenor. Today, the French use the term alto, a reference to its range.

The viola was popular in the heyday of five-part harmony, up until the eighteenth century, taking three lines of the harmony and occasionally playing the melody line. Music for the viola differs from most other instruments in that it primarily uses the alto clef. When viola music has substantial sections in a higher register, it switches to the treble clef to make it easier to read.
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viola)

The Viola Real is simulation app with Arco (using hand drag Viola bow) and Pizzicato (using hand touch) feature. Frequency range: C3 -> D5#.

More offline and online songs for practice (With the ability to change speed)

Play with 2 modes:
- Simple (Recommend for Beginner): Only use right hand for dragging Viola bow (Arco) or touching Viola string (Pizzicato)
- Professional: Use 2 hands. Use right hand for dragging Viola bow (Arco) or touching Viola string (Pizzicato). Use left hand for choosing note (frequency) in Viola string.

You can choose autoplay for listening songs.

Record feature: record, play back and share to your friends.

** Songs is updated regularly

## Key features

- Arco (bowing) and Pizzicato (plucking) simulation
- Practice songs with adjustable speed
- Simple and Professional play modes
- Autoplay feature
- Recording and sharing capability
- Regular song updates

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viola-real/id1478548805/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ezekiel

*2026-05-29*

It doesn’t have more options like violin chelo or bass😔

### 4/5 — Adds

*2025-11-02*

There are way to many adds. Whenever you pick a song to play, it just goes to add. And there is no good songs so the amount of times you wanna play good song it’s just gonna go straight to an ad.

### 1/5 — Read this review !😡😩😤

*2025-08-28*

This app doesn’t do anything it is so bad don’t even try to get this app! Horrible!

### 5/5 — Only viola app I know

*2025-03-06*

This helps with my viola knowledge as this is the only app with viola I know

### 1/5 — one word.

*2024-12-28*

HORRIBLE

### 5/5 — So great helping me learn to play

*2024-05-27*

I had to learn how to play for school and it helped me

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2023-04-15*

Terrible app hard to play any piece on the app

### 5/5 — Great

*2022-11-13*

This is the best game because it lets you do mini songs with Cesar viola

### 1/5 — No sense

*2022-07-02*

This app makes no sense, it’s really hard to play and it’s quite inaccurate. I thought this might be a good app the continue learning my viola but it’s not worth it. Install it if you wish but I bet you will have the same thoughts as me.

## Frequently asked questions about Viola Real

### What is Viola Real?

Viola Real is a simulation app that allows users to experience playing the viola. It features both bowing (Arco) and plucking (Pizzicato) techniques, along with practice songs and recording capabilities.

### Does Viola Real have ads?

Yes, Viola Real contains advertisements. As a free application, it is supported by ads to provide the service to users.

### What are the play modes in Viola Real?

Viola Real offers two play modes: Simple, recommended for beginners, which uses only the right hand; and Professional, which utilizes both hands for more advanced control over bowing, plucking, and note selection.

### Can I practice songs with Viola Real?

Yes, Viola Real provides a library of offline and online songs for practice. You can also change the playback speed of these songs to aid your learning process.

### Is Viola Real available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Viola Real is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not included.

### How often is Viola Real updated?

The latest version of Viola Real is 1.1, and it was last updated on June 10, 2023. Song content is also updated regularly.

### What is the age rating for Viola Real?

Viola Real has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals interested in music.

### Can I share my recordings with Viola Real?

Yes, Viola Real includes a recording feature that allows you to record your playing, play it back, and share it with your friends.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2023-06-10

[1.1]
- NEW features:
    + New play mode: No bow
    + Looping sound
    + Create Music Sheet feature: create, preview, play and share to everyone
    + Arco area (Drag area) is scalable, Reverb, Record without Microphone
    + Adjust the Viola buttons
- Improve and Optimize: performance, audio, memory, game play, graphic,...
- Fix bugs

### 1.0 — 2019-09-03

No release notes.

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