Viola the Bird

Introducing Viola the Bird, the world's first bird-tuoso! This talented ostrich loves playing the cello and performing famous classical compositions. In this unique online music game by David Li and Google, you can assist Viola in playing a variety of renowned pieces.

Viola might occasionally miss a note, but that's part of her charm! Her dream is to go from chirping in the wild to performing on Broadway. Join her in spreading her wings and plucking those strings. Whether you're a composer or just love making music, Viola the Bird offers a fun and engaging experience. It's like an experimental music lab, and it's definitely a must-play!

Controls

Mouse: Drag slowly and steadily left and right to play the notes.

How to Play

Help Viola the Bird strum her cello-inspired instrument.
Follow the tutorial to learn how to play Beethoven's Ode to Joy.
Click and drag with your mouse left and right to play the notes.
Move slowly and steadily for smooth tunes.
Try other songs or go freestyle and make your own music.
Every move creates unique sounds, so get creative and see what melodies you can create!

Maestro! Songs You Can Play in Viola the Bird

Viola the Bird isn't just about random chirps; you can play some seriously epic songs! Here's a list of songs available in the game:

Beethoven: Ode to Joy
Pachelbel: Canon in D
Holst: Theme from Jupiter
Schubert: Ave Maria
Irish Traditional: Londonderry Air
J.S. Bach: Air on the G String, Cello Suite No. 1 Prelude
Mozart: Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
Rossini: William Tell Overture
Maurice Ravel: Pavane
Edward Elgar: Salut d'amour
Johann Strauss II: The Blue Danube
Claude Debussy: La fille aux cheveux de lin
Vivaldi: Winter Largo
Dvořák: New World Symphony
Traditional: Amazing Grace

Feel free to get creative and go freestyle by pressing the button at the top of your screen. Experiment with different notes to create your own masterpiece. Let your imagination soar!

Fun Facts

Viola the Bird was created by David Li, the same genius behind Blob Opera and Elastic Man. Enjoy these games for free and experience fluid visuals and unique sounds.
Musicians from around the world collaborated to teach Viola, making her a smart and stylish bird.
The music was performed by cellists and violinists Ashok Klouda, Dave Larkin, Elizabeth Goble, Peter Wilson, Zhivko Georgiev, and arranged by Charles Mauleverer and Martin Batchelar. Together, they trained a neural network to produce cool string sounds, showcasing the power of machine learning.