HOLA, VIOLAS! is an excellent way to highlight the viola section in your orchestra. The words, hola violas provide the samba rhythm on which the piece is based. The piece is in E minor and its harmonies are based on the Spanish Andalusian chord progression often used in traditional Flamenco dances. The rhythms in this piece provide an excellent way to work on syncopation and bowing skills, and in addition, there is plenty of pizzicato to keep things lively and interesting.