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Bow Placement

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Bow at the frog     
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Bow at the middle
         Bow at the tip
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Bow Placement Tips: 
   
  • Good tone quality is achieved through proper bow placement, bow speed and bow pressure.

  • Slightly tilt the wood of the bow towards the fingerboard.

  • Place the bow on the string at the middle point between the bridge and the fingerboard.

  • Draw the bow in a straight line so the bow remains parallel to the bridge.

  • Loud sounds can be achieved with heavy bow pressure and by drawing the bow close to the bridge.

  • Soft sounds can be achieved with light bow pressure and by drawing the bow close to the fingerboard.

  • Keep the level of the arm and bow constant while playing on different strings.

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