The Viola STELLA stands among the finest models in the Hagen viola collection. Designed for art school students, advanced majors, and serious performers, the STELLA delivers exceptional tonal depth, old-world character, and powerful projection—qualities typically found only in far higher price ranges.
Handcrafted using traditional Italian violin-making techniques, the Viola STELLA is built from exceptional Italian and Bosnian tonewoods naturally aged for over 25 years. After construction, each instrument is naturally air-dried at room temperature for a minimum of 24 months before varnishing, eliminating the harshness common in new instruments and allowing the viola to develop a mature, open, and noble voice.
Finished with a hand-applied natural red-brown spirit varnish in an antiqued style—imported from France and applied using traditional German Meister hand-brush varnishing techniques—the Viola STELLA offers a level of craftsmanship and tonal refinement that confidently rivals fine European instruments.
Meticulously handcrafted and subjected to strict quality control using advanced scientific inspection equipment. Only instruments meeting Hagen’s highest standards of tone, stability, and craftsmanship are released.
Top: Val di Fiemme Italian spruce, naturally aged 25+ years (E. Ciresa s.r.l, Italy)
Back, Sides & Neck: Beautifully flamed Bosnian maple, aged approximately 25 years (E. Ciresa s.r.l, Bosnia)
Varnish: French hand-applied spirit varnish, natural red-brown antiqued finish (eco-friendly, non-toxic materials)
Fingerboard & Trimmings: Full premium ebony (Germany / Africa)
Bridge: Despiau (France)
Part Sets: Germany
Timber Humidity: Maintained below 2% for exceptional long-term stability
Sound Balance: Aimed at perfection
The Viola STELLA produces a rich, expansive sound with pronounced depth and old-world warmth, offering both power and refinement. Its generous volume, refined projection, and nuanced control make it an ideal choice for advanced ensemble work, orchestral leadership roles, and serious performance study.
Favored by current art school students and viola majors, the STELLA is especially valued for its Italian wood character, delivering a distinguished tonal color that carries effortlessly in a variety of performance spaces.
The Viola STELLA stands among the finest models in the Hagen viola collection. Designed for art school students, advanced majors, and serious performers, the STELLA delivers exceptional tonal depth, old-world character, and powerful projection—qualities typically found only in far higher price ranges.
Handcrafted using traditional Italian violin-making techniques, the Viola STELLA is built from exceptional Italian and Bosnian tonewoods naturally aged for over 25 years. After construction, each instrument is naturally air-dried at room temperature for a minimum of 24 months before varnishing, eliminating the harshness common in new instruments and allowing the viola to develop a mature, open, and noble voice.
Finished with a hand-applied natural red-brown spirit varnish in an antiqued style—imported from France and applied using traditional German Meister hand-brush varnishing techniques—the Viola STELLA offers a level of craftsmanship and tonal refinement that confidently rivals fine European instruments.
Meticulously handcrafted and subjected to strict quality control using advanced scientific inspection equipment. Only instruments meeting Hagen’s highest standards of tone, stability, and craftsmanship are released.
Top: Val di Fiemme Italian spruce, naturally aged 25+ years (E. Ciresa s.r.l, Italy)
Back, Sides & Neck: Beautifully flamed Bosnian maple, aged approximately 25 years (E. Ciresa s.r.l, Bosnia)
Varnish: French hand-applied spirit varnish, natural red-brown antiqued finish (eco-friendly, non-toxic materials)
Fingerboard & Trimmings: Full premium ebony (Germany / Africa)
Bridge: Despiau (France)
Part Sets: Germany
Timber Humidity: Maintained below 2% for exceptional long-term stability
Sound Balance: Aimed at perfection
The Viola STELLA produces a rich, expansive sound with pronounced depth and old-world warmth, offering both power and refinement. Its generous volume, refined projection, and nuanced control make it an ideal choice for advanced ensemble work, orchestral leadership roles, and serious performance study.
Favored by current art school students and viola majors, the STELLA is especially valued for its Italian wood character, delivering a distinguished tonal color that carries effortlessly in a variety of performance spaces.
